Serving 31 students in grades 9-12, Hawthorne Alternative High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 31 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Graduation Rate: 21-39% (Btm 50% in OR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hawthorne Alternative High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Hawthorne Alternative High School's student population of 31 students has declined by 45% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
31 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hawthorne Alternative High School ranks within the top 30% of all 740 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hawthorne Alternative High School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#210 out of 740 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
10%
25%
Black
n/a
2%
White
68%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
14%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
21-39%
81%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hawthorne Alternative High School's ranking?
Hawthorne Alternative High School is ranked #210 out of 740 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% OR state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hawthorne Alternative High School?
The graduation rate of Hawthorne Alternative High School is 21-39%, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 81%.
How many students attend Hawthorne Alternative High School?
31 students attend Hawthorne Alternative High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Hawthorne Alternative High School students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are American Indian, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hawthorne Alternative High School?
Hawthorne Alternative High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hawthorne Alternative High School offer ?
Hawthorne Alternative High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Hawthorne Alternative High School part of?
Hawthorne Alternative High School is part of Pendleton SD 16 School District.
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