Serving 405 students in grades 3-4, Hawthorn Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-4
- Enrollment: 405 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hawthorn Elementary School's student population of 405 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
405 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hawthorn Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hawthorn Elementary School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1111 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
43%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
1%
15%
White
91%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hawthorn Elementary School's ranking?
Hawthorn Elementary School is ranked #1111 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Hawthorn Elementary School often compared to?
Hawthorn Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hurricane Deck Elementary School, Osage Beach Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Hawthorn Elementary School?
405 students attend Hawthorn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Hawthorn Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hawthorn Elementary School?
Hawthorn Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hawthorn Elementary School offer ?
Hawthorn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hawthorn Elementary School part of?
Hawthorn Elementary School is part of Camdenton R-III School District.
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