Serving 356 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Hawks Nest Steam Academy ranks in the top 10% 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 85-89% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (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 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 356 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hawks Nest Steam Academy 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
Hawks Nest Steam Academy's student population of 356 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
356 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Hawks Nest Steam Academy ranks within the top 10% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hawks Nest Steam Academy is 0.60, 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
#159 out of 2617 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)85-89%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
10%
22%
Black
23%
24%
White
58%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.3%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hawks Nest Steam Academy's ranking?
Hawks Nest Steam Academy is ranked #159 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Hawks Nest Steam Academy often compared to?
Hawks Nest Steam Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Piedmont Community Charter School, New Hope Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Hawks Nest Steam Academy?
356 students attend Hawks Nest Steam Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Hawks Nest Steam Academy students are White, 23% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hawks Nest Steam Academy?
Hawks Nest Steam Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Hawks Nest Steam Academy offer ?
Hawks Nest Steam Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hawks Nest Steam Academy part of?
Hawks Nest Steam Academy is part of Gaston County Schools.
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