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 472 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 26:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 472 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- 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 472 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
472 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
Campus Size
Average
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 0.64, 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
26:1
17:1
Hispanic
6%
38%
Black
43%
21%
White
41%
34%
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hornet
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?
472 students attend Hawthorne Middle/high School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Hawthorne Middle/high School students are Black, 41% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hawthorne Middle/high School?
Hawthorne Middle/high School has a student ration of 26:1, 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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