Serving 575 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Hawthorne Elementary Scholastic Academy ranks in the top 1% 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 71% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 575 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hawthorne Elementary Scholastic Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Hawthorne Elementary Scholastic Academy's student population of 575 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
575 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hawthorne Elementary Scholastic Academy ranks within the top 1% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hawthorne Elementary Scholastic Academy is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#33 out of 3663 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
5%
Hispanic
22%
27%
Black
5%
17%
White
53%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hawthorne Elementary Scholastic Academy's ranking?
Hawthorne Elementary Scholastic Academy is ranked #33 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Hawthorne Elementary Scholastic Academy?
575 students attend Hawthorne Elementary Scholastic Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Hawthorne Elementary Scholastic Academy students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hawthorne Elementary Scholastic Academy?
Hawthorne Elementary Scholastic Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hawthorne Elementary Scholastic Academy offer ?
Hawthorne Elementary Scholastic Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Hawthorne Elementary Scholastic Academy part of?
Hawthorne Elementary Scholastic Academy is part of City Of Chicago SD 299 School District.
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