Serving 422 students in grades 6-8, David R. Cawley Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 422 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
School Overview
David R. Cawley Middle School's student population of 422 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
422 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
David R. Cawley Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 457 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of David R. Cawley Middle School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.32. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#113 out of 457 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
87%
82%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is David R. Cawley Middle School's ranking?
David R. Cawley Middle School is ranked #113 out of 457 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are David R. Cawley Middle School often compared to?
David R. Cawley Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hopkinton Middle School, Franklin Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% NH state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend David R. Cawley Middle School?
422 students attend David R. Cawley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of David R. Cawley Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of David R. Cawley Middle School?
David R. Cawley Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does David R. Cawley Middle School offer ?
David R. Cawley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is David R. Cawley Middle School part of?
David R. Cawley Middle School is part of Hooksett School District.
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