Serving 499 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hawthorne Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maryland 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 Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 499 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hawthorne Elementary serves the southeastern part of Middle River, MD, covering an area of approximately 1 square mile. Families can typically expect a driving time of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 0.6 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hawthorne Elementary School's student population of 499 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
499 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hawthorne Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hawthorne Elementary School is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1217 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
21%
24%
Black
52%
32%
White
18%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)58.1%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hawthorne Elementary School's ranking?
Hawthorne Elementary School is ranked #1217 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Hawthorne Elementary School often compared to?
Hawthorne Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chase Elementary School, Seneca 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 27% MD state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Hawthorne Elementary School?
499 students attend Hawthorne Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Hawthorne Elementary School students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hawthorne Elementary School?
Hawthorne Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hawthorne Elementary School offer ?
Hawthorne Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hawthorne Elementary School part of?
Hawthorne Elementary School is part of Baltimore County School District.
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