Serving 801 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hawk Ridge Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 89% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 801 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hawk Ridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Hawk Ridge Elementary School's student population of 801 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
801 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Rankings
Hawk Ridge Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hawk Ridge Elementary 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
#83 out of 2617 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
33%
4%
Hispanic
11%
21%
Black
8%
25%
White
41%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Hawk Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Hawk Ridge Elementary School is ranked #83 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Hawk Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
Hawk Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Polo Ridge Elementary School, Elon Park Elementary School, Ballantyne Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Hawk Ridge Elementary School?
801 students attend Hawk Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Hawk Ridge Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hawk Ridge Elementary School?
Hawk Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Hawk Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Hawk Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hawk Ridge Elementary School part of?
Hawk Ridge Elementary School is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Hawk Ridge Elementary School located?
Hawk Ridge Elementary School is located in the Provincetowne neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. There are 2 other public schools located in Provincetowne.
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