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#1702 of 2,221 schools in MO
Hawthorne Elem.
Elementary School · KEARNEY R-I
1815 S JEFFERSON, Kearney, MO 64060
Enrollment
265
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
265
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,702 of 2,221
In Kearney
#8 of 9
public schools
In district
#8 of 9
KEARNEY R-I
School environment
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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Hawthorne Elem.
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About Hawthorne Elem.
Hawthorne Elem. is a public elementary school in Kearney, MO, part of KEARNEY R-I. Hawthorne Elem. serves approximately 265 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Hawthorne Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,702 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Hawthorne Elem. show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Hawthorne Elem. — Students at Hawthorne Elem. score 50% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
13.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 35 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 2.8/10.
How Hawthorne Elem. Compares
See how Hawthorne Elem. 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
1815 S JEFFERSON, Kearney, MO 64060
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hawthorne Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SOUTHVIEW ELEM. (rated 7.9/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is KEARNEY ELEM. (rated 7.7/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WARREN HILLS ELEM. (rated 7.7/10, 7.1 miles away, in nearby Liberty), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Kearney, see our Kearney schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| KEARNEY ELEM. Kearney | 0.7 mi | 7.7 |
| KEARNEY HIGH Kearney | 0.6 mi | 7.1 |
| SOUTHVIEW ELEM. Kearney | 0.7 mi | 7.9 |
| KEARNEY JR. HIGH Kearney | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| LENS Kearney | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| KEARNEY MIDDLE Kearney | 1.0 mi | 8.5 |
| KEARNEY EARLY EDUCATION CENTER Kearney | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| DOGWOOD ELEM. Kearney | 2.4 mi | 7.0 |
| NORTHERN HILLS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Holt | 4.4 mi | 7.0 |
| LIBERTY NORTH HIGH SCHOOL Liberty | 6.2 mi | 4.9 |
| WATKINS MILL PARK CAMP Lawson | 6.1 mi | 7.7 |
| CORNERSTONE ELEMENTARY Excelsior Springs | 5.6 mi | 6.2 |
| EXCELSIOR SPRINGS MIDDLE Excelsior Springs | 5.9 mi | 4.2 |
| EXCELSIOR SPRINGS HIGH Excelsior Springs | 6.1 mi | 4.1 |
| WARREN HILLS ELEM. Liberty | 7.1 mi | 7.7 |
| LEWIS ELEMENTARY Excelsior Springs | 6.3 mi | 7.4 |
| EXCELSIOR SPRINGS EAR CHLD CTR Excelsior Springs | 6.3 mi | — |
| LILLIAN SCHUMACHER ELEM. Liberty | 8.2 mi | 5.3 |
| LEWIS AND CLARK ELEM. Liberty | 7.7 mi | 5.8 |
| FRANKLIN ELEM. Liberty | 8.3 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64060 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$107,626
Median Home Value
$322,100
Median Rent
$1,096/mo
Population
16,291
College Educated
38.9%
Homeownership
82.8%
Avg Commute
26.8 min
Poverty Rate
2.9%
Median Age
43.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BEL-NOR St. Louis, MO | 5.0 |
| DERBY RIDGE ELEM. Columbia, MO | 5.0 |
| ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kansas City, MO | 5.0 |
| GREENVILLE ELEM. Greenville, MO | 5.0 |
| HOLY ROSARY SCHOOL Monroe City, MO | 5.0 |
| Maple Elementary Smithville, MO | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hawthorne Elem.
What grades does Hawthorne Elem. serve?
Hawthorne Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Hawthorne Elem.?
Hawthorne Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 265 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hawthorne Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Hawthorne Elem. is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hawthorne Elem. rank in MO?
Hawthorne Elem. ranks #1,702 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Hawthorne Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Hawthorne Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hawthorne Elem. has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Hawthorne Elem. a charter school?
No, Hawthorne Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hawthorne Elem. a Title I school?
No, Hawthorne Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hawthorne Elem.?
13.6% of students at Hawthorne 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 265
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 13.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Clay County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.5%
- Phone
- (816) 628-4114
Resources & Links
District
KEARNEY R-I- District Enrollment
- 3,500
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,505
- District Rank
- #8 of 9
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