Serving 616 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Hawthorne Elementary Scholastic Academy ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 616 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hawthorne Elementary Scholastic Academy 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
Hawthorne Elementary Scholastic Academy's student population of 616 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
616 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hawthorne Elementary Scholastic Academy ranks within the top 5% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hawthorne Elementary Scholastic Academy 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
#49 out of 3426 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)71%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
13%
6%
Hispanic
21%
28%
Black
4%
16%
White
53%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hawthorne Elementary Scholastic Academy's ranking?
Hawthorne Elementary Scholastic Academy is ranked #49 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Hawthorne Elementary Scholastic Academy?
616 students attend Hawthorne Elementary Scholastic Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Hawthorne Elementary Scholastic Academy students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hawthorne Elementary Scholastic Academy?
Hawthorne Elementary Scholastic Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hawthorne Elementary Scholastic Academy offer ?
Hawthorne Elementary Scholastic Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Hawthorne Elementary Scholastic Academy part of?
Hawthorne Elementary Scholastic Academy is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Hawthorne Elementary Scholastic Academy located?
Hawthorne Elementary Scholastic Academy is located in the Lake View East neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 4 other public schools located in Lake View East.
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