Hawthorne Elementary

Hawthorne Elementary serves 325 students in grades Pre-K through 5th in Waukesha, Wisconsin. With 31 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains an excellent student-teacher ratio of 10.5:1, allowing for more individualized attention in the classroom. The school has earned a solid 7.1 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranks #558 out of 2,112 elementary schools statewide, placing it in the 74th percentile among Wisconsin schools.

This performance reflects the school's commitment to providing quality education for its young learners. Hawthorne Elementary draws families from a well-established community where 43% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, and the median household income reaches $84,409. The neighborhood's stability is reflected in median home values of $292,300 and a relatively low poverty rate of 9.8%, creating a supportive environment for student learning.

The school's location on Maitland Drive places it within Waukesha County's small city setting, where families benefit from both suburban amenities and a strong sense of community. This combination of academic focus, favorable class sizes, and an engaged community makes Hawthorne Elementary a noteworthy option for families seeking quality elementary education in the Waukesha area.