Serving 444 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Hawthorne Avenue School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 444 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hawthorne Avenue School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Newark, NJ, covering approximately 25.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 2.9 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 5.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hawthorne Avenue School's student population of 444 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
444 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hawthorne Avenue School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hawthorne Avenue School is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1990 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
19%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
79%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4.5%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hawthorne Avenue School's ranking?
Hawthorne Avenue School is ranked #1990 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Hawthorne Avenue School often compared to?
Hawthorne Avenue Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like George Washington Carver Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Hawthorne Avenue School?
444 students attend Hawthorne Avenue School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Hawthorne Avenue School students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hawthorne Avenue School?
Hawthorne Avenue School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hawthorne Avenue School offer ?
Hawthorne Avenue School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hawthorne Avenue School part of?
Hawthorne Avenue School is part of Newark Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Hawthorne Avenue School located?
Hawthorne Avenue School is located in the Upper Clinton Hill neighborhood of Newark, NJ. There are 2 other public schools located in Upper Clinton Hill.
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