Excellent
#208 of 2,216 schools in MO
Top 9% in state
Hawthorne Elem.
Elementary School · KEARNEY R-I
1815 S JEFFERSON, Kearney, MO 64060
Enrollment
265
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
265
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Kearney
#1 of 9
public schools
Missouri elementary schools
#139 of 1,202
In district
#1 of 9
KEARNEY R-I
Academic growth
8.8 / 10
Exceptional
About Hawthorne Elem.
Hawthorne Elem. is a public elementary school in Kearney, MO, part of the KEARNEY R-I. The school serves approximately 265 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 12.6:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.2/10, placing it in the 90.7th percentile among MO schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 54% proficiency in math and 59% in reading/language arts. The school scores particularly well in student growth (8.8/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $107,626, where 39% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a fringe town setting.
Score Breakdown
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Hawthorne Elem. — Students at Hawthorne Elem. score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
13.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 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: 8.8/10.
How Hawthorne Elem. Compares
See how Hawthorne Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 52% (2019) to 57% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 57% (2019) to 57% (2022).
Location
1815 S JEFFERSON, Kearney, MO 64060
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hawthorne Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LEWIS AND CLARK ELEM. (rated 8.2/10, 7.7 miles away, in nearby Liberty), with a very similar rating. Another option is LEWIS ELEMENTARY (rated 7.2/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby Excelsior Springs), with a comparable rating. Additionally, FRANKLIN ELEM. (rated 6.9/10, 8.3 miles away, in nearby Liberty), a more accessible option. 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 | 5.6 |
| KEARNEY HIGH Kearney | 0.6 mi | 6.1 |
| SOUTHVIEW ELEM. Kearney | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| KEARNEY JR. HIGH Kearney | 0.8 mi | 7.0 |
| LENS Kearney | 0.8 mi | 4.1 |
| KEARNEY MIDDLE Kearney | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| KEARNEY EARLY EDUCATION CENTER Kearney | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| DOGWOOD ELEM. Kearney | 2.4 mi | 3.9 |
| NORTHERN HILLS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Holt | 4.4 mi | 7.0 |
| LIBERTY NORTH HIGH SCHOOL Liberty | 6.2 mi | 6.3 |
| WATKINS MILL PARK CAMP Lawson | 6.1 mi | 7.8 |
| CORNERSTONE ELEMENTARY Excelsior Springs | 5.6 mi | 6.6 |
| EXCELSIOR SPRINGS MIDDLE Excelsior Springs | 5.9 mi | 5.5 |
| EXCELSIOR SPRINGS HIGH Excelsior Springs | 6.1 mi | 5.0 |
| WARREN HILLS ELEM. Liberty | 7.1 mi | 6.0 |
| LEWIS ELEMENTARY Excelsior Springs | 6.3 mi | 7.2 |
| EXCELSIOR SPRINGS EAR CHLD CTR Excelsior Springs | 6.3 mi | — |
| LILLIAN SCHUMACHER ELEM. Liberty | 8.2 mi | 6.3 |
| LEWIS AND CLARK ELEM. Liberty | 7.7 mi | 8.2 |
| FRANKLIN ELEM. Liberty | 8.3 mi | 6.9 |
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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Hawthorne Elem. has a median household income of $107,626. It is an area where 39% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $322,100, with a median rent of $1,096/month. The local poverty rate of 2.9% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BEASLEY ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 8.2 |
| COLE CO. R-I ELEM. Russellville, MO | 8.2 |
| CREST RIDGE ELEM. Centerview, MO | 8.2 |
| FAIRVIEW PRIMARY Jennings, MO | 8.2 |
| LINCOLN ELEM. Lincoln, MO | 8.2 |
| SAUL MIROWITZ JEWISH COMMUNITY SCHOOL St. Louis, MO | 8.2 |
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. is ranked #208 out of 2,216 schools in MO.
What is Hawthorne Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Hawthorne Elem. has a composite rating of 8.2 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Hawthorne Elem.?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Hawthorne Elem. has 53.7% math proficiency and 58.7% reading/ELA proficiency.
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.
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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
- Phone
- (816) 628-4114
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
KEARNEY R-I- District Enrollment
- 3,500
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,505
- District Rank
- #1 of 9
Other Schools in This District
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