Serving 640 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 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 640 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Hawk Ridge Elementary serves the southern part of Charlotte, NC, covering an area of approximately 3.2 square miles. Most students live within a 1.4-mile radius of the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.8 miles away, resulting in typical drive times of 5 to 10 minutes.
- 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
School Overview
Hawk Ridge Elementary School's student population of 640 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
640 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Excellence without Exception
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 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#83 out of 2617 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)89%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
30%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
48%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.2%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
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 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?
640 students attend Hawk Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Hawk Ridge Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, and 5% 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 15:1, which is equal to 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.
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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