Serving 486 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Hawthorn Hill Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 486 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hawthorn Hill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Hawthorn Hill Elementary School's student population of 486 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
486 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hawthorn Hill Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hawthorn Hill Elementary School is 0.49, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.49. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#132 out of 2092 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
8%
8%
Black
12%
15%
White
70%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hawthorn Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Hawthorn Hill Elementary School is ranked #132 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Hawthorn Hill Elementary School often compared to?
Hawthorn Hill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Trailridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
How many students attend Hawthorn Hill Elementary School?
486 students attend Hawthorn Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Hawthorn Hill Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hawthorn Hill Elementary School?
Hawthorn Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hawthorn Hill Elementary School offer ?
Hawthorn Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Hawthorn Hill Elementary School part of?
Hawthorn Hill Elementary School is part of Lee's Summit R-VII School District.
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