Serving 283 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Hawk Hollow Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 283 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hawk Hollow Elementary School's student population of 283 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
283 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hawk Hollow Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hawk Hollow Elementary School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1030 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-34%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
27%
6%
Hispanic
12%
27%
Black
2%
17%
White
55%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hawk Hollow Elementary School's ranking?
Hawk Hollow Elementary School is ranked #1030 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Hawk Hollow Elementary School often compared to?
Hawk Hollow Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Independence Preschool, Centennial School, Creekside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Hawk Hollow Elementary School?
283 students attend Hawk Hollow Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Hawk Hollow Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hawk Hollow Elementary School?
Hawk Hollow Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hawk Hollow Elementary School offer ?
Hawk Hollow Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Hawk Hollow Elementary School part of?
Hawk Hollow Elementary School is part of School District U-46.
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