Serving 505 students in grades 1-5, Hawthorn Elementary 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 47% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 505 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hawthorn Elementary School South 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 Elementary School South's student population of 505 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
505 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Learning For All. Every One. Every Day.
School Rankings
Hawthorn Elementary School South ranks within the top 20% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hawthorn Elementary School South is 0.73, which is more 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
#448 out of 3542 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
34%
6%
Hispanic
15%
29%
Black
8%
16%
White
36%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hawthorn Elementary School South's ranking?
Hawthorn Elementary School South is ranked #448 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Hawthorn Elementary School South often compared to?
Hawthorn Elementary School Southis often viewed alongside schools like Hawthorn Aspen Elementary School, Hawthorn Townline Elementary School, Hawthorn Elementary School North by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Hawthorn Elementary School South?
505 students attend Hawthorn Elementary School South.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Hawthorn Elementary School South students are White, 34% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hawthorn Elementary School South?
Hawthorn Elementary School South has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hawthorn Elementary School South offer ?
Hawthorn Elementary School South offers enrollment in grades 1-5
What school district is Hawthorn Elementary School South part of?
Hawthorn Elementary School South is part of Hawthorn CCSD 73 School District.
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