Average
#754 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 42% of private schools
Hawthorne Academy
High School
2506 W IMPERIAL HWY, Hawthorne, CA 90250
Enrollment
60
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
6.5
Grades
8th – 12th
Enrollment
60
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
6.5
Grades
8th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#754 of 1,787
In Hawthorne
#2 of 4
public schools
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About Hawthorne Academy
Hawthorne Academy is a private high school in Hawthorne, CA. Hawthorne Academy serves approximately 60 students, and covers grades 8th-12th, and has a 8.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Hawthorne Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #754 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.5 · Average
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 60 students, Hawthorne Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 8.6:1 students to teachers, Hawthorne Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Hawthorne Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Hawthorne Academy compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Hawthorne, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Hawthorne Academy (this school) | 6.5 |
| Bud Carson Middle | 5.0 |
| Hawthorne Math and Science Academy | 8.3 |
| Hawthorne Middle | 6.4 |
| Prairie Vista Middle | 5.5 |
| Family First Charter | 1.3 |
| Renaissance County Community | 5.2 |
| Hawthorne High | 7.0 |
| Wiseburn Middle | 7.4 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CA.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
2506 W IMPERIAL HWY, Hawthorne, CA 90250
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hawthorne Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Middle College High (rated 9.0/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Los Angeles), which scores notably higher. Another option is Animo South Los Angeles Charter (rated 8.0/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Los Angeles), which scores notably higher. Additionally, TEACH Tech Charter High (rated 7.8/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Los Angeles), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hawthorne, see our Hawthorne schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90250 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,923
Median Home Value
$827,600
Median Rent
$1,723/mo
Population
94,991
College Educated
25.9%
Homeownership
31.8%
Avg Commute
28.5 min
Poverty Rate
15.3%
Median Age
34
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hawthorne Academy
What grades does Hawthorne Academy serve?
Hawthorne Academy serves students in grades 8th through 12th.
How many students attend Hawthorne Academy?
Hawthorne Academy has an enrollment of approximately 60 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hawthorne Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Hawthorne Academy is 8.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Hawthorne Academy rank in CA?
Hawthorne Academy ranks #754 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Hawthorne Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Hawthorne Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Hawthorne Academy a private school?
Yes, Hawthorne Academy is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Hawthorne Academy a religious school?
No, Hawthorne Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 8th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 60
- Gender Split
- 72% M / 28% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 200 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (310) 644-8841
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