Serving 579 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Hawley Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 579 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hawley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hawley Elementary School's student population of 579 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
579 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Hawley Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hawley Elementary School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#247 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
94%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hawley Elementary School's ranking?
Hawley Elementary School is ranked #247 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Hawley Elementary School often compared to?
Hawley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barnesville Elementary School, Ulen-hitterdal Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Hawley Elementary School?
579 students attend Hawley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Hawley Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hawley Elementary School?
Hawley Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hawley Elementary School offer ?
Hawley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hawley Elementary School part of?
Hawley Elementary School is part of Hawley Public School District.
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