Very Good
#288 of 2,043 schools in MO
Top 14% in state
Hawthorn Elem.
Elementary School · PARK HILL
8200 N CHARITON, Kansas City, MO 64152
About Hawthorn Elem.
Hawthorn Elem. is a public elementary school in Kansas City, MO, part of the PARK HILL. The school serves approximately 429 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 13.4:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 7.3/10, placing it in the 86th percentile among MO schools — an above average rating overall.
The school scores particularly well in student growth (8.2/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $110,421, where 51% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a fringe rural setting.
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Hawthorn Elem. — Students at Hawthorn Elem. score 59% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Equity & Diversity
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21.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
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How Hawthorn Elem. Compares
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Location
8200 N CHARITON, Kansas City, MO 64152
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| UNION CHAPEL ELEM. KANSAS CITY | 2.0 mi | 5.2 |
| GERNER FAMILY EARLY ED CTR. KANSAS CITY | 2.0 mi | 3.4 |
| CONGRESS MIDDLE KANSAS CITY | 2.0 mi | 7.4 |
| PRAIRIE POINT ELEM. KANSAS CITY | 2.2 mi | 4.0 |
| PARK HILL HIGH KANSAS CITY | 2.2 mi | 7.1 |
| GRADEN ELEM. PARKVILLE | 2.8 mi | 6.6 |
| ALFRED L. RENNER ELEM. KANSAS CITY | 2.3 mi | 5.4 |
| ST THERESE SCHOOL Kansas City | 3.1 mi | 4.2 |
| PLAZA MIDDLE KANSAS CITY | 3.3 mi | 6.5 |
| LAKEVIEW MIDDLE KANSAS CITY | 3.5 mi | 8.1 |
| ENGLISH LANDING ELEM. KANSAS CITY | 3.5 mi | 7.7 |
| THOMAS B. CHINN ELEM. KANSAS CITY | 3.9 mi | 5.7 |
| TIFFANY RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHL KANSAS CITY | 3.9 mi | 5.4 |
| SOUTHEAST ELEM. KANSAS CITY | 5.2 mi | 5.0 |
| WALDEN MIDDLE KANSAS CITY | 5.3 mi | 7.3 |
| HOPEWELL ELEMENTARY KANSAS CITY | 5.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Welborn Elem Kansas City | 7.1 mi | 5.7 |
| FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Kansas City | 6.2 mi | 4.2 |
| CHRIST THE KING PARISH SCHOOL Kansas City | 7.2 mi | 3.9 |
| COUNTRYSIDE MONTESSORI DAY SCHOOL Kansas City | 6.6 mi | 4.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64152 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$110,421
Median Home Value
$333,700
Median Rent
$1,236/mo
Population
31,300
College Educated
50.8%
Homeownership
83.2%
Avg Commute
23.7 min
Poverty Rate
6.3%
Median Age
40.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BABLER ELEM. GLENCOE, MO | 7.3 |
| CEDAR RIDGE ELEMENTARY BRANSON, MO | 7.3 |
| EAST ELEM. OZARK, MO | 7.3 |
| ELLISVILLE ELEM. ELLISVILLE, MO | 7.3 |
| MAPLEWOOD ELEMENTARY KANSAS CITY, MO | 7.3 |
| MCKINLEY ELEM. JOPLIN, MO | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hawthorn Elem.
What grades does Hawthorn Elem. serve?
Hawthorn Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Hawthorn Elem.?
Hawthorn Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 429 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hawthorn Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Hawthorn Elem. is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hawthorn Elem. rank in MO?
Hawthorn Elem. is ranked #288 out of 2,043 schools in MO.
What is Hawthorn Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Hawthorn Elem. has a composite rating of 7.3 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, equity, and school environment into a single score.
Is Hawthorn Elem. a charter school?
No, Hawthorn Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hawthorn Elem. a Title I school?
No, Hawthorn Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hawthorn Elem.?
21.9% of students at Hawthorn Elem. 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 429
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 21.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Platte County
- Phone
- (816) 359-4390
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
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