Serving 656 students in grades 6-8, Hawthorn Middle 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 46% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (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 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 656 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hawthorn Middle School South ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Hawthorn Middle School South's student population of 656 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
656 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hawthorn Middle 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 Middle School South is 0.69, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#474 out of 3426 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)46%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
23%
6%
Hispanic
27%
28%
Black
3%
16%
White
43%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hawthorn Middle School South's ranking?
Hawthorn Middle School South is ranked #474 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Hawthorn Middle School South often compared to?
Hawthorn Middle School Southis often viewed alongside schools like Hawthorn Middle School North, Vernon Hills High School, Twin Groves Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Hawthorn Middle School South?
656 students attend Hawthorn Middle School South.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Hawthorn Middle School South students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hawthorn Middle School South?
Hawthorn Middle School South has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hawthorn Middle School South offer ?
Hawthorn Middle School South offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Hawthorn Middle School South part of?
Hawthorn Middle School South is part of Hawthorn CCSD 73 School District.
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