Serving 551 students in grades 6-8, Hudson Middle School ranks in the top 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 49% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (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 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 551 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 77% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Hudson Middle serves the southern part of Hudson, NC, covering an area of approximately 38.3 square miles. Families within the zone can typically expect a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with most students living about 4.5 miles from the school and some as far as 6.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hudson Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hudson Middle School's student population of 551 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
551 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1955
School Calendar
School Motto
EVERYDAY IS A GOOD DAY HERE AT THE HIVE.
School Rankings
Hudson Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hudson Middle School is 0.30, 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
#1155 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)49%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
83%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
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)31%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
6%
3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and Gray
School Mascot
Hornet
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hudson Middle School's ranking?
Hudson Middle School is ranked #1155 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Hudson Middle School often compared to?
Hudson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Granite Falls Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Hudson Middle School?
551 students attend Hudson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Hudson Middle School students are White, 12% 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 Hudson Middle School?
Hudson Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Hudson Middle School offer ?
Hudson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hudson Middle School part of?
Hudson Middle School is part of Caldwell County Schools.
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