Serving 612 students in grades 6-8, Hawthorne Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 612 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hawthorne Middle School serves the northern part of Pocatello, ID, covering an attendance zone of approximately 207.7 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 22.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hawthorne Middle School's student population of 612 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
612 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hawthorne Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hawthorne Middle School is 0.52, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#311 out of 704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
55%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
11%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
1%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
67%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)n/a
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green & Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hawthorne Middle School's ranking?
Hawthorne Middle School is ranked #311 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Hawthorne Middle School often compared to?
Hawthorne Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alameda Middle School, Irving Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Hawthorne Middle School?
612 students attend Hawthorne Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Hawthorne Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hawthorne Middle School?
Hawthorne Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hawthorne Middle School offer ?
Hawthorne Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hawthorne Middle School part of?
Hawthorne Middle School is part of Pocatello School District.
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