Excellent
#1300 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 14% in state
Hawthorne Elementary
Elementary School · San Diego Unified
4750 Lehrer Dr., San Diego, CA 92117
Enrollment
256
Student-Teacher
25.6:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
256
Student-Teacher
25.6:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,300 of 9,539
In San Diego
#78 of 288
public schools
In district
#48 of 174
San Diego Unified
Academic growth
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Hawthorne Elementary
Hawthorne Elementary is a public elementary school in San Diego, CA, part of San Diego Unified. Hawthorne Elementary serves approximately 256 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 25.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Hawthorne Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,300 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Hawthorne Elementary show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Hawthorne Elementary runs 25.6:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Hawthorne Elementary — Students at Hawthorne Elementary score 53% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
60.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.1/10.
How Hawthorne Elementary Compares
See how Hawthorne Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
4750 Lehrer Dr., San Diego, CA 92117
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hawthorne Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Field Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Curie Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Sequoia Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Learning Choice Academy Santee | 0.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Creative Performing and Media Arts San Diego | 0.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Field Elementary San Diego | 0.7 mi | 8.8 |
| Japanese Academy of San Diego San Diego | 0.9 mi | — |
| Fusion Academy San Diego | 0.9 mi | — |
| FUSION SAN DIEGO San Diego | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Sequoia Elementary San Diego | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Innovation Middle San Diego | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Whitman Elementary San Diego | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| John Muir Language Academy San Diego | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| JAPANESE ACADEMY OF SAN DIEGO San Diego | 1.2 mi | — |
| Madison High San Diego | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| COASTAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY San Diego | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Mt. Everest Academy San Diego | 1.3 mi | 9.2 |
| REFORMATION LUTHERAN SCHOOL San Diego | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Reformation Lutheran Church and School San Diego | 1.3 mi | — |
| Curie Elementary San Diego | 1.4 mi | 8.6 |
| Standley Middle San Diego | 1.4 mi | 8.5 |
| Lafayette Elementary San Diego | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Maria Montessori School San Diego | 1.5 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92117 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$105,286
Median Home Value
$914,400
Median Rent
$2,115/mo
Population
52,645
College Educated
50.7%
Homeownership
57.2%
Avg Commute
20.8 min
Poverty Rate
10.4%
Median Age
39.2
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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 6th.
How many students attend Hawthorne Elementary?
Hawthorne Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 256 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hawthorne Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Hawthorne Elementary is 25.6:1. 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 #1,300 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Hawthorne Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Hawthorne Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% 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?
60.2% 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 256
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 60.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.0%
- Phone
- (858) 634-5701
Resources & Links
District
San Diego Unified- District Enrollment
- 95,492
- Schools in District
- 175
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,828
- District Rank
- #48 of 174
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