Serving 360 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Hawthorne School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Utah state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 360 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hawthorne School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Hawthorne School's student population of 360 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
360 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hawthorne School ranks within the top 5% of all 975 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hawthorne School is 0.53, 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
#32 out of 975 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
22:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
10%
2%
Hispanic
12%
19%
Black
1%
1%
White
67%
72%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
22%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hawthorne School's ranking?
Hawthorne School is ranked #32 out of 975 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Hawthorne School often compared to?
Hawthorne Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Emerson School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% UT state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Hawthorne School?
360 students attend Hawthorne School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Hawthorne School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hawthorne School?
Hawthorne School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 22:1.
What grades does Hawthorne School offer ?
Hawthorne School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Hawthorne School part of?
Hawthorne School is part of Salt Lake School District.
In what neighborhood is Hawthorne School located?
Hawthorne School is located in the Liberty Wells neighborhood of Salt Lake City, UT. There are 3 other public schools located in Liberty Wells.
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