Hawthorne Academy of Health Sciences is a high school in the Belmont community of Charlotte, North Carolina. The school existed in many forms before becoming CMS's first medical magnet program designed for a student capacity of 600–800.
Serving 253 students in grades 9-12, Hawthorne Academy Of Health Sciences ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to 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 95% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 253 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 20% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hawthorne Academy Of Health Sciences ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Hawthorne Academy Of Health Sciences's student population of 253 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
253 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
2006
Colors
Black, Red
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Aug 26, 2025
Last Day of School
Sat. May 30, 2026
School Motto
Excellence without Exception
School Rankings
Hawthorne Academy Of Health Sciences 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 Hawthorne Academy Of Health Sciences is 0.61, 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
#823 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)60-69%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
44%
21%
Black
44%
25%
White
5%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)85-89%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hawk
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hawthorne Academy Of Health Sciences's ranking?
Hawthorne Academy Of Health Sciences is ranked #823 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hawthorne Academy Of Health Sciences?
The graduation rate of Hawthorne Academy Of Health Sciences is 85-89%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Hawthorne Academy Of Health Sciences?
253 students attend Hawthorne Academy Of Health Sciences.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Hawthorne Academy Of Health Sciences students are Black, 44% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hawthorne Academy Of Health Sciences?
Hawthorne Academy Of Health Sciences has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Hawthorne Academy Of Health Sciences offer ?
Hawthorne Academy Of Health Sciences offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hawthorne Academy Of Health Sciences part of?
Hawthorne Academy Of Health Sciences is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Hawthorne Academy Of Health Sciences located?
Hawthorne Academy Of Health Sciences is located in the Belmont neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. There are 2 other public schools located in Belmont.
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