Serving 568 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Hawthorne Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 568 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hawthorne Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hawthorne Elementary School's student population of 568 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
568 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
THE MISSION OF HAWTHORNE SCHOOL IS TO PROVIDE AN EDUCATION THAT WILL ENABLE STUDENTS TO ACHIEVE ACADEMIC, INTERPERSONAL, AND CIVIC SUCCESS.
School Rankings
Hawthorne Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hawthorne Elementary School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#81 out of 3542 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
13%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
74%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hawthorne Elementary School's ranking?
Hawthorne Elementary School is ranked #81 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Hawthorne Elementary School often compared to?
Hawthorne Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edison Elementary School, Field Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Hawthorne Elementary School?
568 students attend Hawthorne Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Hawthorne Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hawthorne Elementary School?
Hawthorne Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hawthorne Elementary School offer ?
Hawthorne Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Hawthorne Elementary School part of?
Hawthorne Elementary School is part of Elmhurst SD 205 School District.
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