Serving 313 students in grades 1-5, Hawthorn Aspen Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 313 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Hawthorn Aspen Elementary School serves the southern part of Vernon Hills, IL, encompassing an area of approximately 3.1 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hawthorn Aspen Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hawthorn Aspen Elementary School's student population of 313 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
313 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Learning For All. Every One. Every Day.
School Rankings
Hawthorn Aspen Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hawthorn Aspen Elementary School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#747 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
21%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
54%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.2%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hawthorn Aspen Elementary School's ranking?
Hawthorn Aspen Elementary School is ranked #747 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Hawthorn Aspen Elementary School often compared to?
Hawthorn Aspen Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hawthorn Elementary School South by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Hawthorn Aspen Elementary School?
313 students attend Hawthorn Aspen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Hawthorn Aspen Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hawthorn Aspen Elementary School?
Hawthorn Aspen Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hawthorn Aspen Elementary School offer ?
Hawthorn Aspen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5
What school district is Hawthorn Aspen Elementary School part of?
Hawthorn Aspen Elementary School is part of Hawthorn CCSD 73 School District.
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