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#3 of 9,533 schools in CA

Top 1% in state

Hawthorne Elementary

Elementary School · Beverly Hills Unified

624 North Rexford Dr., Beverly Hills, CA 90210

Enrollment

588

Student-Teacher

15.5:1

Score

9.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Beverly Hills

#1 of 4

public schools

California elementary schools

#3 of 5,817

In district

#1 of 4

Beverly Hills Unified

School environment

9.8 / 10

Exceptional

About Hawthorne Elementary

Hawthorne Elementary is a public elementary school in Beverly Hills, California, serving 588 students in kindergarten through fifth grade. It earns a composite score of 9.7 out of 10 — rated Exceptional — with a 9.5 in academics and a 9.7 in growth, placing it third among 9,533 public schools statewide. That ranking also makes it the top elementary school in Beverly Hills and third among 5,817 elementary schools across California.

The school's student-teacher ratio of 15.5:1 supports the kind of focused instruction that drives those results. Academic performance alone is strong, but the 9.7 growth score signals that students are consistently making above-average gains year over year — not just arriving ahead of peers and staying there. For families comparing options in Beverly Hills or across the Los Angeles area, Hawthorne's statewide standing is the clearest benchmark available.

Outperforming every comparable public school in California is a measurable distinction that goes beyond local reputation. Parents prioritizing both achievement levels and demonstrated academic growth will find the data here points in the same direction.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.7Exceptional50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+1.82 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2024
TrendImproving
Academics9.5Exceptional30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency77.7%
Reading/ELA Proficiency77.4%
Math vs. State Avg+32 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+34.6 pts
Overall Proficiency78%
Expected (poverty-adj.)62%
vs. Expected+15.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile93th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment9.8Exceptional20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$27,677

Hawthorne Elementary — Students at Hawthorne Elementary score 78% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

23.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 73.0%
School
State
39.4%
ELA Proficiency 76.2%
School
State
45.3%

Based on 12 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
63%
ELA
74%
2021*
Math
65%
ELA
74%
2024
Math
77.4%
ELA
77.3%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.7/10.

How Hawthorne Elementary Compares

See how Hawthorne Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.7/10
100th percentile in CA
Academic
9.5/10
9.5/10
Growth
9.7/10
Above average
Environment
9.8/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
24%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
38 teachers

Location

624 North Rexford Dr., Beverly Hills, CA 90210

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hawthorne Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Horace Mann Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is West Hollywood Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby West Hollywood), a more accessible option. Additionally, GOOD SHEPHERD CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Beverly Hills, see our Beverly Hills schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Subject Virtual School Beverly Hills 0.6 mi
GOOD SHEPHERD CATHOLIC SCHOOL Beverly Hills 1.0 mi 7.3
Hebrew Day School Beverly Hills 1.1 mi
Moreno High (Continuation) Beverly Hills 1.2 mi
Beverly Vista Middle Beverly Hills 1.2 mi 6.8
Beverly Hills High Beverly Hills 1.3 mi 7.6
West Hollywood Elementary West Hollywood 1.2 mi 8.6
HARKHAM HILLEL HEBREW ACADEMY Beverly Hills 1.6 mi 6.8
Harkham Hillel Hebrew Academy Beverly Hills 1.6 mi
HARKHAM-GAON ACADEMY Los Angeles 1.6 mi 5.3
HARKHAM-GAON ACADEMY Los Angeles 1.6 mi 4.9
YULA High School- Boys School Los Angeles 1.8 mi
YESHIVA UNIVERSITY OF LOS ANGELES YULU BOYS Los Angeles 1.8 mi 7.1
Horace Mann Elementary Beverly Hills 1.6 mi 8.9
TREE ACADEMY West Hollywood 1.6 mi 6.9
Gindi Maimonides Academy Los Angeles 1.5 mi
GINDI MAIMONIDES ACADEMY Los Angeles 1.5 mi 6.8
Bais Chaya Mushka School of Los Angeles Los Angeles 1.8 mi
BAIS CHAYA MUSHKA Los Angeles 1.8 mi 5.8
SINAI AKIBA ACADEMY Los Angeles 1.7 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 90210 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$190,382

Median Home Value

$2,000,001

Median Rent

$3,045/mo

Population

19,652

College Educated

68.4%

Homeownership

71.6%

Avg Commute

27.2 min

Poverty Rate

8.4%

Median Age

51.2

Community Profile

The community surrounding Hawthorne Elementary has a median household income of $190,382. It is a well-educated community where 68% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $2,000,001, with a median rent of $3,045/month. The local poverty rate of 8.4% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Healdsburg Elementary Healdsburg, CA 9.7
Charles H. Kim Elementary Los Angeles, CA 9.6
Third Street Elementary Los Angeles, CA 9.6
Braddock Drive Elementary Culver City, CA 9.5
Hoover Street Elementary Los Angeles, CA 9.5
Ruth Acty Elementary Berkeley, CA 9.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hawthorne Elementary

What grades does Hawthorne Elementary serve?

Hawthorne Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Hawthorne Elementary?

Hawthorne Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 588 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hawthorne Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Hawthorne Elementary is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Hawthorne Elementary rank in CA?

Hawthorne Elementary is ranked #3 out of 9,533 schools in CA.

What is Hawthorne Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Hawthorne Elementary has a composite rating of 9.7 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Hawthorne Elementary?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Hawthorne Elementary has 73.0% math proficiency and 76.2% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Hawthorne Elementary a charter school?

No, Hawthorne Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Hawthorne Elementary a Title I school?

No, Hawthorne Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hawthorne Elementary?

23.8% of students at Hawthorne Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
64 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
47 Some Transit
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
High (4,974/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Beverly Hills). Data >1 year old.

Compare This School

How does Hawthorne Elementary stack up?

Horace Mann Elementary
8.9

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
588
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
38
Free/Reduced Lunch
23.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Los Angeles County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Beverly Hills Unified
District Enrollment
3,074
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$29,512
District Rank
#1 of 4

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.

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