Serving 822 students in grades 6-8, Hawfields Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 822 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 82% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hawfields Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Hawfields Middle School's student population of 822 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
822 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Rankings
Hawfields Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hawfields Middle School is 0.71, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#955 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
25%
21%
Black
21%
25%
White
42%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
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 Hawfields Middle School's ranking?
Hawfields Middle School is ranked #955 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Hawfields Middle School often compared to?
Hawfields Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodlawn Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Hawfields Middle School?
822 students attend Hawfields Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Hawfields Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hawfields Middle School?
Hawfields Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Hawfields Middle School offer ?
Hawfields Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hawfields Middle School part of?
Hawfields Middle School is part of Alamance-Burlington Schools School District.
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