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#502 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 28% in state

V G Hawkins Middle School

Middle School · Sumner County

487 A. Walton Ferry RD, Hendersonville, TN 37075

Enrollment

433

Student-Teacher

13.5:1

Score

7.5

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#502 of 1,786

In Hendersonville

#13 of 16

public schools

In district

#28 of 50

Sumner County

Equity

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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V G Hawkins Middle School

7.5/10

Middle School in Hendersonville · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Lakeside Park Elementary

8.4/10

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8.7/10

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About V G Hawkins Middle School

V G Hawkins Middle School is a public middle school in Hendersonville, TN, part of Sumner County. V G Hawkins Middle School serves approximately 433 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. V G Hawkins Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #502 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for V G Hawkins Middle School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.4 pts below district
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.9
  • TN avg 6.0

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.7Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.7 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics7.4Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency56.7% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency38.9% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+17.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-1.9 pts
Overall Proficiency48% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-2.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile62th
Resources & Environment7.4Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,191
Chronic Absenteeism21.7%

V G Hawkins Middle School — Students at V G Hawkins Middle School score 48% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 43.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 44.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 30 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
25%
ELA
51%
2010
Math
41%
ELA
59%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
39%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
49%
ELA
60%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
58%
2016
Math
43%
ELA
36%
2017
Math
43%
ELA
34%
2018
Math
41%
ELA
34%
2019
Math
41%
ELA
34%
2020*
Math
34%
ELA
31%
2021*
Math
34%
ELA
31%
2022
Math
45.6%
ELA
38.5%
2025
Math
56.7%
ELA
38.9%

* 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: 7.7/10.

How V G Hawkins Middle School Compares

See how V G Hawkins Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.5/10
72th percentile in TN
Academic
7.4/10
Very Good
Growth
7.7/10
Very Good
Environment
7.4/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.7%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

487 A. Walton Ferry RD, Hendersonville, TN 37075

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering V G Hawkins Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Robert E Ellis Middle (rated 8.3/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, DuPont Hadley Middle (rated 4.7/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Old Hickory), a more accessible option. For more schools in Hendersonville, see our Hendersonville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Lakeside Park Elementary Hendersonville 0.6 mi 8.4
Gene W. Brown Elementary Hendersonville 1.2 mi 8.7
Walton Ferry Elementary Hendersonville 1.4 mi 8.2
HENDERSONVILLE BIBLE KINDERGARTEN Hendersonville 1.5 mi
Hendersonville High School Hendersonville 1.7 mi 6.7
Nannie Berry Elementary Hendersonville 1.7 mi 8.1
Robert E Ellis Middle Hendersonville 1.9 mi 8.3
HENDRESONVILLE MONTESSORI ACADEMY Hendersonville 2.1 mi 6.4
MONTESSORI TEACHER TRAINING CENTER FOR TN/NCME Hendersonville 2.1 mi 6.5
Indian Lake Elementary Hendersonville 2.0 mi 8.0
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF HENDERSONVILLE Hendersonville 2.5 mi
DuPont Elementary Old Hickory 2.3 mi 7.3
DuPont Hadley Middle Old Hickory 2.5 mi 4.7
LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hendersonville 2.6 mi
LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hendersonville 2.6 mi 3.6
Merrol Hyde Magnet School Hendersonville 2.9 mi 7.8
FAMILY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Old Hickory 2.7 mi 4.6
Andrew Jackson Elementary Old Hickory 3.5 mi 8.3
George A Whitten Elementary Hendersonville 3.4 mi 7.3
RESTORING HOPE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hendersonville 3.3 mi 6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37075 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$97,597

Median Home Value

$403,400

Median Rent

$1,552/mo

Population

72,541

College Educated

42.1%

Homeownership

73.2%

Avg Commute

29.6 min

Poverty Rate

6.5%

Median Age

40.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about V G Hawkins Middle School

What grades does V G Hawkins Middle School serve?

V G Hawkins Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend V G Hawkins Middle School?

V G Hawkins Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 433 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at V G Hawkins Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at V G Hawkins Middle School is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does V G Hawkins Middle School rank in TN?

V G Hawkins Middle School ranks #502 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is V G Hawkins Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

V G Hawkins Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 V G Hawkins Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, V G Hawkins Middle School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is V G Hawkins Middle School a charter school?

No, V G Hawkins Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is V G Hawkins Middle School a Title I school?

No, V G Hawkins Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
12 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
18 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
433
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Sumner County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.7%

District

Sumner County
District Enrollment
30,661
Schools in District
52
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,191
District Rank
#28 of 50

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