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7.5 avg / 10

Best Schools in Hawthorne, New York

4 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High · 2 Other

Public: 3
Private: 1
Districts: 2
Avg Rating: 7.5/10
Estimated Scores: 75%

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
7.5/10

75% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$134,662

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$675,300

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
54%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
31 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
87%

Of occupied housing units

How Hawthorne compares

New York rank

#48 of 475

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+1.2

above New York avg (6.3)

Median household income

$135k

144% of New York median

Schools in this city

4

About Schools in Hawthorne, New York

Hawthorne, New York is home to 4 schools, including 3 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 7.5 out of 10, schools in Hawthorne perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Hawthorne is Hawthorne Country Day School with a composite score of 8.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Hawthorne is served by 2 school districts: HAWTHORNE-CEDAR KNOLLS UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT, MOUNT PLEASANT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. These districts collectively serve 1,954 students.

Hawthorne's community shows 54% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $134,662. The poverty rate in the area is 5.3%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

Filter by Level: All Levels (4) Elementary (1) High (1)
Filter by Type: All Types (4) Public (3) Private (1)
Filter by Rating: All Ratings (4) Academics (4) Diversity (1) Resources (3)
Filter by ZIP: 10532 (4)

Elementary Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
HAWTHORNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
451 students · Kindergarten–2nd 		8.0

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
LINDEN HILL HIGH SCHOOL
48 students · 6th–12th 		7.4

Other Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1
CEDAR KNOLLS ACADEMY
66 students · Kindergarten–12th 		5.9
Private Schools 1 school

Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.

1
HAWTHORNE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Private
190 students · Pre-K–Pre-K 		Not Rated

Schools in Hawthorne

Hawthorne, New York · 4 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$134,662

Median Home Value

$675,300

Median Rent

$3,501/mo

Population

5,253

College Educated

54%

Homeownership

87%

Avg Commute

31 min

Poverty Rate

5.3%

Community Profile

Hawthorne has a median household income of $134,662. It is a well-educated community where 54% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $675,300, with a median rent of $3,501/month. The local poverty rate of 5.3% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State
New York
Total Schools
4
Elementary
1
High
1
Districts
2
Avg Rating
7.5/10

Resources

🔍 Google "Hawthorne schools" 🏫 GreatSchools Hawthorne 📊 Niche Hawthorne Rankings 📍 Google Maps: Schools
School Districts (2)

HAWTHORNE-CEDAR KNOLLS UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

2 schools

MOUNT PLEASANT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

4 schools · 1,954 students

Nearby Cities

Valhalla (4 schools)
1 mi
Thornwood (4 schools)
1 mi
Pleasantville (5 schools)
2 mi
Briarcliff Manor (4 schools)
3 mi
Elmsford (4 schools)
4 mi
Sleepy Hollow (3 schools)
3 mi
North Tarrytown (1 school)
4 mi
Hartsdale (6 schools)
5 mi
Tarrytown (3 schools)
4 mi
West Harrison (2 schools)
5 mi
White Plains (23 schools)
5 mi
Chappaqua (6 schools)
6 mi
Irvington (4 schools)
6 mi
Ossining (7 schools)
6 mi
Armonk (5 schools)
5 mi

Other Major Cities in New York

Top metros statewide by school count.

Brooklyn 764 schools Bronx 513 schools New York 481 schools Rochester 147 schools Staten Island 113 schools

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Hawthorne, New York

How many schools are in Hawthorne, New York?

Hawthorne has 4 schools, including 3 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Hawthorne, New York?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Hawthorne is 7.5 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Hawthorne, New York?

The top-ranked school in Hawthorne on MySchoolScout is Hawthorne Country Day School with a composite score of 8.9/10.

What is the best elementary school in Hawthorne, New York?

The top-ranked elementary school in Hawthorne on MySchoolScout is Hawthorne Elementary School with a composite score of 8.0/10.

What is the best high school in Hawthorne, New York?

The top-ranked high school in Hawthorne on MySchoolScout is Linden Hill High School with a composite score of 7.4/10.

How many school districts serve Hawthorne, New York?

Hawthorne is served by 2 school districts: Hawthorne-cedar Knolls Union Free School District, Mount Pleasant Central School District.

What is the education level in Hawthorne, New York?

According to Census data, 54% of adults in Hawthorne have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Hawthorne, New York?

The median household income in Hawthorne is approximately $134,662 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Hawthorne, New York?

Yes, Hawthorne has 1 private school alongside 3 public schools. The top-rated private school is Hawthorne Country Day School with a score of 8.9/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Hawthorne, New York?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Hawthorne is 6.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Hawthorne, New York?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.

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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, New York State Education Dept., and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.