Below Average
#2085 of 2,648 schools in NC
Overhills Middle
Middle School · Harnett County Schools
2711 Ray Road, Spring Lake, NC 28390
Enrollment
829
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
4.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
829
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
4.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#2,085 of 2,648
In Spring Lake
#4 of 7
public schools
In district
#20 of 27
Harnett County Schools
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Overhills Middle
Middle School in Spring Lake · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Overhills Elementary
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About Overhills Middle
Overhills Middle is a public middle school in Spring Lake, NC, part of Harnett County Schools. Overhills Middle serves approximately 829 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Overhills Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,085 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Overhills Middle show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 5.1
- NC avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Overhills Middle sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Overhills Middle — Students at Overhills Middle score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
59%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 35 test records from NC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.0/10.
How Overhills Middle Compares
See how Overhills Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2711 Ray Road, Spring Lake, NC 28390
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Overhills Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Highland Middle (rated 6.2/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Sanford), which scores notably higher. Another option is Western Harnett Middle (rated 5.5/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Lillington), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Pine Forest Middle (rated 5.4/10, 7.8 miles away, in nearby Fayetteville), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Spring Lake, see our Spring Lake schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Overhills Elementary Spring Lake | 0.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Overhills High Spring Lake | 0.2 mi | 3.8 |
| Anderson Creek Academy Spring Lake | 2.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Anderson Creek Primary Bunnlevel | 3.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Manchester Elementary Spring Lake | 5.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Spring Lake Middle Spring Lake | 5.5 mi | 4.5 |
| William T Brown Elementary Spring Lake | 6.1 mi | 4.4 |
| South Harnett Elementary Bunnlevel | 5.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Western Harnett High Lillington | 6.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Western Harnett Middle Lillington | 6.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Highland Middle Sanford | 5.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Highland Elementary Sanford | 5.8 mi | 6.6 |
| INDEPENDENCE ACADEMY Broadway | 6.9 mi | — |
| Howard L Hall Elementary Fayetteville | 7.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Pine Forest High Fayetteville | 7.9 mi | 6.1 |
| NORTHVIEW BAPTIST ACADEMY Fayetteville | 7.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Pine Forest Middle Fayetteville | 7.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Raleigh Road Elementary Linden | 7.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Long Hill Elementary Fayetteville | 8.3 mi | 7.3 |
| College Lakes Elementary Fayetteville | 9.2 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28390 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,750
Median Home Value
$195,200
Median Rent
$1,151/mo
Population
24,158
College Educated
27.7%
Homeownership
48.9%
Avg Commute
27.7 min
Poverty Rate
20.1%
Median Age
29.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Overhills Middle
What grades does Overhills Middle serve?
Overhills Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Overhills Middle?
Overhills Middle has an enrollment of approximately 829 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Overhills Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Overhills Middle is 16.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Overhills Middle rank in NC?
Overhills Middle ranks #2,085 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Overhills Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Overhills Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Overhills Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Overhills Middle has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Overhills Middle a charter school?
No, Overhills Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Overhills Middle a Title I school?
No, Overhills Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Overhills Middle?
59.0% of students at Overhills Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 829
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 49
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 59.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Harnett County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.2%
- Phone
- (910) 436-0009
Resources & Links
District
Harnett County Schools- District Enrollment
- 20,033
- Schools in District
- 29
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,877
- District Rank
- #20 of 27
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