Serving 433 students in grades 6-8, David R. Cawley Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 17% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 433 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
School Overview
David R. Cawley Middle School's student population of 433 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
433 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
David R. Cawley Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 456 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of David R. Cawley Middle School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.30. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#126 out of 456 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
4%
7%
Black
1%
2%
White
86%
83%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
18%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is David R. Cawley Middle School's ranking?
David R. Cawley Middle School is ranked #126 out of 456 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are David R. Cawley Middle School often compared to?
David R. Cawley Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Franklin Middle School, Hopkinton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NH state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% NH state average).
How many students attend David R. Cawley Middle School?
433 students attend David R. Cawley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of David R. Cawley Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of David R. Cawley Middle School?
David R. Cawley Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does David R. Cawley Middle School offer ?
David R. Cawley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is David R. Cawley Middle School part of?
David R. Cawley Middle School is part of Hooksett School District.
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