Serving 758 students in grades 6-8, Overhills 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 36% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% 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: 758 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Overhills Middle serves the southwest part of Spring Lake, NC, covering an area of approximately 49.6 square miles. Families typically face a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 10.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Overhills Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Overhills Middle School's student population of 758 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
758 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Lead. Achieve. Succeed. Panthers are Limitless!
School Rankings
Overhills 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 Overhills 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
#1738 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)36%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
21%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
38%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
28%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.9%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-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 Overhills Middle School's ranking?
Overhills Middle School is ranked #1738 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Overhills Middle School often compared to?
Overhills Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pine Forest Middle School, Spring Lake Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Overhills Middle School?
758 students attend Overhills Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Overhills Middle School students are Black, 28% of students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Overhills Middle School?
Overhills Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Overhills Middle School offer ?
Overhills Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Overhills Middle School part of?
Overhills Middle School is part of Harnett County Schools.
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