Hawthorne High School and Middle School is a grades 6-12 public high school and middle school in Hawthorne, Florida, United States. Its boundary includes Hawthorne and Waldo.
Serving 492 students in grades 6-12, Hawthorne Middle/high School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 31:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 492 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 31:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hawthorne Middle/high School's student population of 492 students has grown by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
492 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We are committed to the success of every student.
School Rankings
Hawthorne Middle/high School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hawthorne Middle/high School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3403 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
31:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
37%
Black
43%
21%
White
44%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hornet
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hawthorne Middle/high School's ranking?
Hawthorne Middle/high School is ranked #3403 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hawthorne Middle/high School?
The graduation rate of Hawthorne Middle/high School is 90%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Hawthorne Middle/high School?
492 students attend Hawthorne Middle/high School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Hawthorne Middle/high School students are White, 43% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hawthorne Middle/high School?
Hawthorne Middle/high School has a student ration of 31:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hawthorne Middle/high School offer ?
Hawthorne Middle/high School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hawthorne Middle/high School part of?
Hawthorne Middle/high School is part of Alachua School District.
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