Serving 601 students in grades Kindergarten-12, The Hawbridge 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 48% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 601 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The Hawbridge School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
The Hawbridge School's student population of 601 students has grown by 89% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 79% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
601 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Year Founded
1998
School Calendar
School Rankings
The Hawbridge 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 The Hawbridge School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#822 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)48%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
12%
21%
Black
4%
25%
White
75%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)≥90%
86%
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
8%
52%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Hawbridge School's ranking?
The Hawbridge School is ranked #822 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are The Hawbridge School often compared to?
The Hawbridge Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like River Mill Academy, Clover Garden by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of The Hawbridge School?
The graduation rate of The Hawbridge School is 90%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend The Hawbridge School?
601 students attend The Hawbridge School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of The Hawbridge School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of The Hawbridge School?
The Hawbridge School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does The Hawbridge School offer ?
The Hawbridge School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is The Hawbridge School part of?
The Hawbridge School is part of The Hawbridge School District.
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