Serving 284 students in grades 1-5, Hawthorn Townline Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (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 54% 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: 284 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hawthorn Townline Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Hawthorn Townline Elementary School's student population of 284 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
284 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hawthorn Townline Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hawthorn Townline Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#301 out of 3426 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45-49%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
36%
6%
Hispanic
8%
27%
Black
7%
17%
White
46%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
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 Townline Elementary School's ranking?
Hawthorn Townline Elementary School is ranked #301 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Hawthorn Townline Elementary School often compared to?
Hawthorn Townline Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hawthorn Elementary School North, Hawthorn Elementary School South by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Hawthorn Townline Elementary School?
284 students attend Hawthorn Townline Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Hawthorn Townline Elementary School students are White, 36% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hawthorn Townline Elementary School?
Hawthorn Townline Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hawthorn Townline Elementary School offer ?
Hawthorn Townline Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5
What school district is Hawthorn Townline Elementary School part of?
Hawthorn Townline Elementary School is part of Hawthorn CCSD 73 School District.
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