Serving 466 students in grades 6-8, G. C. Hawley Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 466 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
G. C. Hawley Middle School's student population of 466 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
466 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Our mission is to provide inquiry-based instruction that encompasses local, global, and multi-cultural connections in a safe and engaging environment.
School Rankings
G. C. Hawley Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of G. C. Hawley Middle School is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1373 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)45%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
22%
21%
Black
30%
25%
White
42%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is G. C. Hawley Middle School's ranking?
G. C. Hawley Middle School is ranked #1373 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are G. C. Hawley Middle School often compared to?
G. C. Hawley Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Butner-stem Middle School, Northern Granville Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend G. C. Hawley Middle School?
466 students attend G. C. Hawley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of G. C. Hawley Middle School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of G. C. Hawley Middle School?
G. C. Hawley Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does G. C. Hawley Middle School offer ?
G. C. Hawley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is G. C. Hawley Middle School part of?
G. C. Hawley Middle School is part of Granville County Schools.
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