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#357 of 9,539 schools in CA

Top 4% 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

8.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#357 of 9,539

In Beverly Hills

#1 of 4

public schools

In district

#1 of 4

Beverly Hills Unified

School environment

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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Hawthorne Elementary

8.9/10

Elementary School in Beverly Hills · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Horace Mann Elementary

8.3/10

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About Hawthorne Elementary

Hawthorne Elementary is a public elementary school in Beverly Hills, CA, part of Beverly Hills Unified. Hawthorne Elementary serves approximately 588 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Hawthorne Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #357 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Hawthorne Elementary show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.9 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.6
  • CA avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.1Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.77 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics9.6Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency77.7% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency77.4% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg+32 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+34.6 pts
Overall Proficiency78% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)61% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+16.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile93th
Resources & Environment9.9Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$29,512
Chronic Absenteeism20.4%

Hawthorne Elementary — Students at Hawthorne Elementary score 78% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).

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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 72.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
39.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 77.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.3% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
81%
ELA
78%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
84%
2011
Math
85%
ELA
85%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
85%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
73%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
69%
ELA
72%
2017
Math
61%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
63%
ELA
74%
2019
Math
63%
ELA
74%
2020*
Math
65%
ELA
74%
2021*
Math
65%
ELA
74%
2022
Math
68.9%
ELA
80.5%
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: 8.1/10.

How Hawthorne Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
8.9/10
96th percentile in CA
Academic
9.6/10
Excellent
Growth
8.1/10
Excellent
Environment
9.9/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
24%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
38 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.4%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

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. West Hollywood Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby West Hollywood), with a comparable rating. Another option is Horace Mann Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. 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 7.9
Beverly Hills High Beverly Hills 1.3 mi 7.4
West Hollywood Elementary West Hollywood 1.2 mi 8.4
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 8.3
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

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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 ranks #357 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Hawthorne Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Hawthorne Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Hawthorne Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Hawthorne Elementary has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

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

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Compare This School

How does Hawthorne Elementary stack up?

Horace Mann Elementary
8.3

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
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.4%

District

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

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