Serving 348 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hawthorne School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 348 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Hawthorne School serves the northeast part of Bozeman, MT, covering an attendance zone of approximately 132.7 square miles, typically requiring a 10-15 minute drive for students within the area. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is around 6.6 miles, with the furthest edge located 16.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hawthorne School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hawthorne School's student population of 348 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
348 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hawthorne School ranks within the top 5% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hawthorne School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.40. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#15 out of 696 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
37%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
46%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
93%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.2%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Hawthorne Owl
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hawthorne School's ranking?
Hawthorne School is ranked #15 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Hawthorne School often compared to?
Hawthorne Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Longfellow School, Irving School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Hawthorne School?
348 students attend Hawthorne School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Hawthorne School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hawthorne School?
Hawthorne School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hawthorne School offer ?
Hawthorne School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hawthorne School part of?
Hawthorne School is part of Bozeman Elementary School District.
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