The Hawthorne Scholastic Academy is a literacy magnet school serving kindergarten through eighth grade at 3319 N Clifton Ave. through the Chicago Public School system.
Describing itself as a "community of learners and leaders," Hawthorne's students return incredibly high scores on standardized tests and 70% of Hawthorne students test proficient in English and 74% are proficient in math. Great Schools gave Hawthorne Scholastic Academy a 10/10 for students' performance in problem solving and reading.
Hawthorne enrolls 566 students who enjoy an average class size of 24 and a student-to-teacher ratio of 20-to-1. Hawthorne Elementary is a designated level 1+ school, the highest quality rating the CPS can bestow on one of its schools. Ratings are assigned based on a number of amalgamated factors including student growth, performance, school culture and climate and graduation rates.
In addition to a successful academic program, Hawthorne's students can participate in rewarding extracurricular activities that include chess, school musicals, yoga, the science club, studio art and engineering.
A new playground and learning garden provide Hawthorne students with healthy recreation and an organic classroom experience.
Hawthorne Scholastic Academy
Public Elementary, Middle School
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Grade K-8
3319 N Clifton Ave,
Chicago, IL
Chicago Public Schools
School Details
Head of School
Mr. Nathan J Pietrini
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Math Proficiency
71%
Reading Proficiency
67%
Niche Grade
A
A+
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Reading Proficiency
67%
Math Proficiency
71%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers
42
Full Time Teachers
42
Teachers in First or Second Year
13.9%
GreatSchools Rating
10
10
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
568:1
Student Diversity
Female
50.8%
Male
49.2%
White
51.5%
Hispanic
21.2%
Asian or Pacific Islander
13.2%
Two or more races
7.8%
Black
5.6%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%
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Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
2/25/2021
The academics here are great- we learn a lot, and at a much higher level than most other schools. The teachers are also really great. It's an awesome school, but there have been incidents of bullying that teachers didn't notice that caused the loss of 1 star.
GreatSchools Reviews
4/24/2024
My daughter was accepted into early entry kindergarten and we were initially a little taken back by the amount of homework for a 4 year old, but her ability to adjust was eased by her patient and understanding teachers and collaborative learning environment. I am grateful for the staff and am impres...
10/25/2023
We have been at Nettelhorst for three years. Overall, our experience has been very positive. We love the community of families who attend here. Having a neighborhood school where most parents walk or bike their kids to the kids, is amazing. There is lots of time to connect with the community. Parent...
8/23/2020
Some teachers may recognize a few of these stories and may even recognize who I am, but I am tired of still feeling like I haven't gotten my last word out to this school. This school would be a great fit for anyone who is looking for a great academic experience, regardless of the human cost it comes...
4/28/2020
Amazingly effective and is a great place for kids who want to learn
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Homes For Sale
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Average Home Value
$905,154
Median Lot Size
3,049 Sq Ft
% Renters
60%
Household Income
$172,924
% of College Grads
84.4%
Median Age
33
Average House Size
3,591 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
48.2%
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