Needs Improvement
#705 of 719 schools in ID
Hawthorne Elementary School
Elementary School · IDAHO FALLS DISTRICT
1520 SOUTH BOULEVARD, Idaho Falls, ID 83402
Enrollment
367
Student-Teacher
19.3:1
Score
3.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
367
Student-Teacher
19.3:1
Score
3.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Idaho schools
#705 of 719
In Idaho Falls
#38 of 38
public schools
In district
#18 of 18
IDAHO FALLS DISTRICT
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Hawthorne Elementary School
Elementary School in Idaho Falls · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Hawthorne Elementary School
Hawthorne Elementary School is a public elementary school in Idaho Falls, ID, part of IDAHO FALLS DISTRICT. Hawthorne Elementary School serves approximately 367 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 19.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Hawthorne Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 out of 10 and ranks #705 of 719 schools in ID.
Structured state assessment records for Hawthorne Elementary School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.0 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.5
- ID avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Hawthorne Elementary School — Students at Hawthorne Elementary School score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
59.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores ID EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from ID state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 2.0/10.
How Hawthorne Elementary School Compares
See how Hawthorne Elementary School 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
1520 SOUTH BOULEVARD, Idaho Falls, ID 83402
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hawthorne Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ALTURAS INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY (rated 7.9/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is THERESA BUNKER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SUNNYSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Idaho Falls, see our Idaho Falls schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 83402 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,064
Median Home Value
$301,400
Median Rent
$904/mo
Population
29,683
College Educated
30.8%
Homeownership
64.1%
Avg Commute
20.3 min
Poverty Rate
12.6%
Median Age
33
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hawthorne Elementary School
What grades does Hawthorne Elementary School serve?
Hawthorne Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Hawthorne Elementary School?
Hawthorne Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 367 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hawthorne Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Hawthorne Elementary School is 19.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hawthorne Elementary School rank in ID?
Hawthorne Elementary School ranks #705 of 719 schools in ID.
What is Hawthorne Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Hawthorne Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 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 School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hawthorne Elementary School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Hawthorne Elementary School a charter school?
No, Hawthorne Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hawthorne Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Hawthorne Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hawthorne Elementary School?
59.1% of students at Hawthorne Elementary School 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 367
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 59.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Bonneville County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.3%
- Phone
- (208) 525-7636
Resources & Links
District
IDAHO FALLS DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 10,121
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,159
- District Rank
- #18 of 18
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