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#363 of 864 schools in NM
Top 42% in state
Hawthorne Elementary
Elementary School · ALBUQUERQUE
420 GENERAL SOMERVELL ST NE, Albuquerque, NM 87123
Enrollment
320
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
320
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#363 of 864
In Albuquerque
#64 of 190
public schools
In district
#52 of 169
ALBUQUERQUE
Academic growth
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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About Hawthorne Elementary
Hawthorne Elementary is a public elementary school in Albuquerque, NM, part of ALBUQUERQUE. Hawthorne Elementary serves approximately 320 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 8.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Hawthorne Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #363 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Hawthorne Elementary show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 5.6
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 8.6:1 students to teachers, Hawthorne Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
54% of students at Hawthorne Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Hawthorne Elementary — Students at Hawthorne Elementary score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
101.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 23 test records from NM state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.4/10.
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
420 GENERAL SOMERVELL ST NE, Albuquerque, NM 87123
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hawthorne Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. OUR LADY OF THE ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is SANDIA BASE ELEMENTARY (rated 6.2/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, TOMASITA ELEMENTARY (rated 6.0/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Albuquerque, see our Albuquerque schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GRANT MIDDLE Albuquerque | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| OUR MONTESSORI SCHOOL Albuquerque | 0.9 mi | — |
| GILBERT L SENA CHARTER HS Albuquerque | 0.9 mi | 4.7 |
| HAYES MIDDLE Albuquerque | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| TOMASITA ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| KENNEDY MIDDLE Albuquerque | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| MCCOLLUM ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.1 mi | 4.1 |
| OUR LADY OF THE ASSUMPTION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| SANDIA BASE ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| BELLEHAVEN ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.3 mi | 4.3 |
| SALAM ACADEMY Albuquerque | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| SALAM ACADEMY Albuquerque | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| ALICE KING COMMUNITY SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| LA MESA ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.2 mi | 3.9 |
| JANET KAHN FINE ARTS ACADEMY Albuquerque | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| MANZANO MESA ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| JACKSON MIDDLE Albuquerque | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
| TECHNOLOGY LEADERSHIP HIGH SCHOOL Albuquerque | 1.8 mi | 5.5 |
| INEZ ELEMENTARY Albuquerque | 1.8 mi | 5.9 |
| VAN BUREN MIDDLE Albuquerque | 1.7 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87123 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,552
Median Home Value
$236,400
Median Rent
$995/mo
Population
43,515
College Educated
33%
Homeownership
67.1%
Avg Commute
22.9 min
Poverty Rate
20.6%
Median Age
40.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| LA CASITA ELEMENTARY Clovis, NM | 6.5 |
| MESILLA ELEMENTARY Las Cruces, NM | 6.5 |
| NORTH VALLEY ELEMENTARY San Miguel, NM | 6.5 |
| OSUNA ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 6.5 |
| TULAROSA ELEMENTARY Tularosa, NM | 6.5 |
| ZIA ELEMENTARY Clovis, NM | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hawthorne Elementary
What grades does Hawthorne Elementary serve?
Hawthorne Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Hawthorne Elementary?
Hawthorne Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 320 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hawthorne Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Hawthorne Elementary is 8.6:1. 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 NM?
Hawthorne Elementary ranks #363 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Hawthorne Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Hawthorne Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
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?
101.2% 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 320
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 101.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bernalillo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 53.8%
- Phone
- (505) 299-4424
Resources & Links
District
ALBUQUERQUE- District Enrollment
- 76,756
- Schools in District
- 174
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,108
- District Rank
- #52 of 169
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