Serving 497 students in grades 1-5, Hawthorn Elementary School South 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 49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 497 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hawthorn Elementary School South ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Hawthorn Elementary School South's student population of 497 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
497 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hawthorn Elementary School South 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 South is 0.72, which is more 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
#343 out of 3426 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)49%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
40%
6%
Hispanic
16%
27%
Black
7%
17%
White
30%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 South's ranking?
Hawthorn Elementary School South is ranked #343 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Hawthorn Elementary School South often compared to?
Hawthorn Elementary School Southis often viewed alongside schools like Hawthorn Aspen Elementary School, Hawthorn Elementary School North, Hawthorn Townline Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Hawthorn Elementary School South?
497 students attend Hawthorn Elementary School South.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Hawthorn Elementary School South students are Asian, 30% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hawthorn Elementary School South?
Hawthorn Elementary School South has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hawthorn Elementary School South offer ?
Hawthorn Elementary School South offers enrollment in grades 1-5
What school district is Hawthorn Elementary School South part of?
Hawthorn Elementary School South is part of Hawthorn CCSD 73 School District.
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