HAWTHORNE HIGH SCHOOL

Hawthorne High is a Title I public high school that is part of the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools school district, located in Charlotte, NC with about 260 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 19 teachers, Hawthorne High has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Hawthorne High School, located at 1411 Hawthorne Lane in Charlotte, North Carolina, serves as a specialized educational institution within the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools (CMS) district. Unlike a traditional neighborhood high school, Hawthorne is designed as an alternative education campus. It provides a focused, supportive environment for students who may require a non-traditional approach to learning to succeed academically and prepare for graduation. The school emphasizes individualized attention and smaller class settings to help students address unique personal or academic challenges while staying on track to earn their diplomas.

The curriculum at Hawthorne is geared toward academic recovery and college and career readiness, offering students the tools necessary to transition into the workforce or post-secondary education. By providing flexible pacing and targeted instruction, the school aims to re-engage students who might otherwise struggle in a large, conventional classroom environment. Through its partnership with the CMS district, Hawthorne High plays a vital role in ensuring that all students in the Charlotte area have an equitable opportunity to complete their high school education and achieve their long-term goals.

For more information, contact Hawthorne High at (980) 343-6011 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.