Serving 378 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Hawthorn Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 378 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hawthorn Elementary School's student population of 378 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Total Students
378 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hawthorn Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hawthorn Elementary School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1200 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
3%
28%
Black
3%
17%
White
89%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
2%
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 Hawthorn Elementary School's ranking?
Hawthorn Elementary School is ranked #1200 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Hawthorn Elementary School?
378 students attend Hawthorn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Hawthorn Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hawthorn Elementary School?
Hawthorn Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hawthorn Elementary School offer ?
Hawthorn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3
What school district is Hawthorn Elementary School part of?
Hawthorn Elementary School is part of Salem SD 111 School District.
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