Needs Improvement
#8139 of 8,552 schools in TX
Hawthorne Pk-8 Academy
Elementary School · SAN ANTONIO ISD
115 W JOSEPHINE ST, San Antonio, TX 78212
Enrollment
505
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
505
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#8,139 of 8,552
In San Antonio
#441 of 516
public schools
In district
#70 of 94
SAN ANTONIO ISD
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Hawthorne Pk-8 Academy
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About Hawthorne Pk-8 Academy
Hawthorne Pk-8 Academy is a public elementary school in San Antonio, TX, part of SAN ANTONIO ISD. Hawthorne Pk-8 Academy serves approximately 505 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Hawthorne Pk-8 Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #8,139 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Hawthorne Pk-8 Academy show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.3 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.6
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
42% of students at Hawthorne Pk-8 Academy 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 Pk-8 Academy — Students at Hawthorne Pk-8 Academy score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
82.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX 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: 2.6/10.
How Hawthorne Pk-8 Academy Compares
See how Hawthorne Pk-8 Academy 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
115 W JOSEPHINE ST, San Antonio, TX 78212
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hawthorne Pk-8 Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GREAT HEARTS MONTE VISTA NORTH (rated 8.5/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is KEYSTONE SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GREAT HEARTS MONTE VISTA (rated 7.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GONZALES EARLY CHILDHOOD CAMPUS San Antonio | 0.6 mi | 3.3 |
| CENTRAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL -SAN ANTONIO San Antonio | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| PROVIDENCE CATHOLIC SCHOOL San Antonio | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| IMELDA DAVIS EARLY COLLEGE H S San Antonio | 0.7 mi | — |
| KEYSTONE SCHOOL San Antonio | 0.7 mi | 8.3 |
| TRAVIS EARLY COLLEGE H S San Antonio | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| GREAT HEARTS MONTE VISTA NORTH San Antonio | 0.8 mi | 8.5 |
| BEXAR CO J J A E P San Antonio | 0.9 mi | — |
| JJAEP New Braunfels | 0.9 mi | — |
| BEXAR CO J J A E P San Antonio | 0.9 mi | — |
| BEXAR CO J J A E P San Antonio | 0.9 mi | — |
| BEXAR CO J J A E P San Antonio | 0.9 mi | — |
| BEXAR CO J J A E P San Antonio | 0.9 mi | — |
| NORTH EAST J J A E P San Antonio | 0.9 mi | — |
| NISD BEXAR COUNTY JJA San Antonio | 0.9 mi | 3.1 |
| JJA San Antonio | 0.9 mi | — |
| BEXAR CO J J A E P San Antonio | 0.9 mi | — |
| BEXAR CO J J A E P San Antonio | 0.9 mi | — |
| BEXAR CO J J A E P San Antonio | 0.9 mi | — |
| GREAT HEARTS MONTE VISTA San Antonio | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78212 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,222
Median Home Value
$299,400
Median Rent
$1,084/mo
Population
26,670
College Educated
39.2%
Homeownership
47.3%
Avg Commute
20.1 min
Poverty Rate
15.9%
Median Age
40
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hawthorne Pk-8 Academy
What grades does Hawthorne Pk-8 Academy serve?
Hawthorne Pk-8 Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Hawthorne Pk-8 Academy?
Hawthorne Pk-8 Academy has an enrollment of approximately 505 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hawthorne Pk-8 Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Hawthorne Pk-8 Academy is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hawthorne Pk-8 Academy rank in TX?
Hawthorne Pk-8 Academy ranks #8,139 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Hawthorne Pk-8 Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Hawthorne Pk-8 Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 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 Pk-8 Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hawthorne Pk-8 Academy has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Hawthorne Pk-8 Academy a charter school?
No, Hawthorne Pk-8 Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hawthorne Pk-8 Academy a Title I school?
No, Hawthorne Pk-8 Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hawthorne Pk-8 Academy?
82.4% of students at Hawthorne Pk-8 Academy 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 505
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 82.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bexar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.0%
- Phone
- (210) 738-9795
Resources & Links
District
SAN ANTONIO ISD- District Enrollment
- 44,670
- Schools in District
- 98
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,971
- District Rank
- #70 of 94
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