Serving 337 students in grades 1-5, Hawthorn Aspen Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 337 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hawthorn Aspen Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Hawthorn Aspen Elementary School's student population of 337 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
337 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hawthorn Aspen Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hawthorn Aspen Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#899 out of 3426 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35-39%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
22%
6%
Hispanic
17%
27%
Black
2%
17%
White
53%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hawthorn Aspen Elementary School's ranking?
Hawthorn Aspen Elementary School is ranked #899 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Hawthorn Aspen Elementary School often compared to?
Hawthorn Aspen Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hawthorn Elementary School South by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Hawthorn Aspen Elementary School?
337 students attend Hawthorn Aspen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Hawthorn Aspen Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hawthorn Aspen Elementary School?
Hawthorn Aspen Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hawthorn Aspen Elementary School offer ?
Hawthorn Aspen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5
What school district is Hawthorn Aspen Elementary School part of?
Hawthorn Aspen Elementary School is part of Hawthorn CCSD 73 School District.
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