Serving 56 students in grades 9-12, Hawthorn High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 56 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hawthorn High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Hawthorn High School's student population of 56 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
56 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hawthorn High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hawthorn High School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.49. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#503 out of 2092 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
87%
15%
White
5%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
40%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hawthorn High School's ranking?
Hawthorn High School is ranked #503 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hawthorn High School?
The graduation rate of Hawthorn High School is 50%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 89%.
How many students attend Hawthorn High School?
56 students attend Hawthorn High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Hawthorn High School students are Black, 5% of students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hawthorn High School?
Hawthorn High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hawthorn High School offer ?
Hawthorn High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Hawthorn High School part of?
Hawthorn High School is part of Hawthorn Leadership Schl Girls School District.
In what neighborhood is Hawthorn High School located?
Hawthorn High School is located in the Kingsway West neighborhood of Saint Louis, MO. There are 2 other public schools located in Kingsway West.
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