Below Average
#2146 of 2,648 schools in NC
South View Middle
Middle School · Cumberland County Schools
4100 Elk Road, Hope Mills, NC 28348
Enrollment
626
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
4.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
626
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
4.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#2,146 of 2,648
In Hope Mills
#8 of 10
public schools
In district
#66 of 84
Cumberland County Schools
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South View Middle
Middle School in Hope Mills · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About South View Middle
South View Middle is a public middle school in Hope Mills, NC, part of Cumberland County Schools. South View Middle serves approximately 626 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. South View Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,146 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for South View Middle show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 5.5
- NC avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
49% of students at South View Middle were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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South View Middle — Students at South View Middle score 39% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 36 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: 4.9/10.
How South View Middle Compares
See how South View 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
4100 Elk Road, Hope Mills, NC 28348
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering South View Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Hope Mills Middle (rated 4.8/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Douglas Byrd Middle (rated 3.6/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Fayetteville), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Hope Mills, see our Hope Mills schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| South View High Hope Mills | 0.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Ed V Baldwin Elementary Hope Mills | 0.3 mi | 3.2 |
| Hope Mills Middle Hope Mills | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| FLAMING SWORD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hope Mills | 1.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Rockfish Elementary Hope Mills | 1.7 mi | 5.6 |
| FREEDOM CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fayetteville | 1.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Elizabeth M Cashwell Elementary Fayetteville | 2.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Cumberland Mills Elementary Fayetteville | 2.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Cumberland Road Elementary Fayetteville | 3.0 mi | 5.1 |
| GREATER FAYETTEVILLE ADVENTIST Fayetteville | 3.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Mary McArthur Elementary Fayetteville | 3.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Sherwood Park Elementary Fayetteville | 3.2 mi | 7.5 |
| C Wayne Collier Elementary Hope Mills | 3.0 mi | 5.9 |
| ST PATRICK CATHOLIC SCHOOL Fayetteville | 3.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Douglas Byrd High Fayetteville | 3.7 mi | 4.0 |
| Glendale Acres Elementary Fayetteville | 3.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Douglas Byrd Middle Fayetteville | 3.8 mi | 3.6 |
| LIBERTY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fayetteville | 3.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Howard Learning Academy Fayetteville | 3.8 mi | — |
| ACADEMY AT NEW LIFE Hope Mills | 3.3 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28348 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,213
Median Home Value
$203,700
Median Rent
$1,111/mo
Population
38,921
College Educated
22.1%
Homeownership
72.9%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
14.9%
Median Age
33.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about South View Middle
What grades does South View Middle serve?
South View Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend South View Middle?
South View Middle has an enrollment of approximately 626 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at South View Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at South View Middle is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does South View Middle rank in NC?
South View Middle ranks #2,146 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is South View Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
South View Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 South View Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, South View Middle has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is South View Middle a charter school?
No, South View Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is South View Middle a Title I school?
No, South View Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for South View Middle?
99.5% of students at South View 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
- 626
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cumberland County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 48.7%
- Phone
- (910) 424-3131
Resources & Links
District
Cumberland County Schools- District Enrollment
- 49,314
- Schools in District
- 86
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,118
- District Rank
- #66 of 84
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