Hawthorne Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Hawthorne Elementary serves a 2.3 square mile area in central Beverly Hills, CA, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 5 to 10 minutes and an average distance of 1.4 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone. The furthest edge of the zone is approximately 2.5 miles away from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hawthorne Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students (23-24)
588 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
1914
School Motto
Educational Excellence
School Rankings
Hawthorne Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
Overall Testing Rank
#438 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
12%
Hispanic
8%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
66%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hawthorne Elementary School's ranking?
Hawthorne Elementary School is ranked #438 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Hawthorne Elementary School often compared to?
Hawthorne Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like El Rodeo Elementary School, Horace Mann Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Hawthorne Elementary School?
588 students attend Hawthorne Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Hawthorne Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What grades does Hawthorne Elementary School offer ?
Hawthorne Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Hawthorne Elementary School part of?
Hawthorne Elementary School is part of Beverly Hills Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Hawthorne Elementary School located?
Hawthorne Elementary School is located in the The Flats neighborhood of Beverly Hills, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in The Flats.
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