Serving 627 students in grades 6-8, Hawthorn Middle School North ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 627 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hawthorn Middle School North serves a central area in Vernon Hills, IL, covering approximately 7.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 1.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 2.9 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hawthorn Middle School North ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Hawthorn Middle School North's student population of 627 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
627 students
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Learning For All. Every One. Every Day.
School Rankings
Hawthorn Middle School North ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hawthorn Middle School North is 0.69, 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
#679 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
24%
6%
Hispanic
22%
29%
Black
4%
16%
White
46%
45%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.3%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hawthorn Middle School North's ranking?
Hawthorn Middle School North is ranked #679 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Hawthorn Middle School North often compared to?
Hawthorn Middle School Northis often viewed alongside schools like Daniel Wright Jr High School, Hawthorn Middle School South by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Hawthorn Middle School North?
627 students attend Hawthorn Middle School North.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Hawthorn Middle School North students are White, 24% of students are Asian, 22% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hawthorn Middle School North?
Hawthorn Middle School North has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hawthorn Middle School North offer ?
Hawthorn Middle School North offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Hawthorn Middle School North part of?
Hawthorn Middle School North is part of Hawthorn CCSD 73 School District.
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