Serving 210 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hawthorne School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 210 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hawthorne School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hawthorne School's student population of 210 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
210 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hawthorne School ranks within the top 50% of all 722 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hawthorne School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.40. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#347 out of 722 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
4%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
8%
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
83%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hawthorne School's ranking?
Hawthorne School is ranked #347 out of 722 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Hawthorne School often compared to?
Hawthorne Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jefferson School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MT state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Hawthorne School?
210 students attend Hawthorne School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Hawthorne School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hawthorne School?
Hawthorne School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hawthorne School offer ?
Hawthorne School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Hawthorne School part of?
Hawthorne School is part of Helena Elementary School District.
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