Serving 390 students in grades 1-5, Hawthorn Elementary School North ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% 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: 1-5
- Enrollment: 390 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hawthorn Elementary School North ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Hawthorn Elementary School North's student population of 390 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
390 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hawthorn Elementary School North ranks within the top 20% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hawthorn Elementary School North is 0.66, 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
#413 out of 3426 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)42%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
23%
6%
Hispanic
17%
27%
Black
3%
17%
White
51%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
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 Hawthorn Elementary School North's ranking?
Hawthorn Elementary School North is ranked #413 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Hawthorn Elementary School North often compared to?
Hawthorn Elementary School Northis often viewed alongside schools like Hawthorn Townline Elementary School, Hawthorn Elementary School South by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Hawthorn Elementary School North?
390 students attend Hawthorn Elementary School North.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Hawthorn Elementary School North students are White, 23% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hawthorn Elementary School North?
Hawthorn Elementary School North has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hawthorn Elementary School North offer ?
Hawthorn Elementary School North offers enrollment in grades 1-5
What school district is Hawthorn Elementary School North part of?
Hawthorn Elementary School North is part of Hawthorn CCSD 73 School District.
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