Serving 474 students in grades 6-8, Hope Mills Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower 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 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 474 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Hope Mills Middle serves the southwest part of Hope Mills, NC, covering an area of approximately 9.7 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive to the school of 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 5.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hope Mills Middle School's student population of 474 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
474 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1904
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hope Mills Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hope Mills Middle School is 0.73, which is more 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
#1833 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)39%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
37%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
30%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
13%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.2%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (16-17)
9%
4%
Showing 2007–2017. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Mascot
Viking
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hope Mills Middle School's ranking?
Hope Mills Middle School is ranked #1833 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Hope Mills Middle School often compared to?
Hope Mills Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South View Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Hope Mills Middle School?
474 students attend Hope Mills Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Hope Mills Middle School students are Black, 30% of students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hope Mills Middle School?
Hope Mills Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Hope Mills Middle School offer ?
Hope Mills Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hope Mills Middle School part of?
Hope Mills Middle School is part of Cumberland County Schools.
In what neighborhood is Hope Mills Middle School located?
Hope Mills Middle School is located in the South View neighborhood of Hope Mills, NC. There are 5 other public schools located in South View.
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