Hawthorne Elementary School

624 North Rexford Dr.
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 5%
Hawthorne Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • : Top 5% in CA
  • : 74% (Top 10%)
  • : 80% (Top 5%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Hawthorne Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students (24-25)
588 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
1914
School Motto
Educational Excellence

School Rankings

Hawthorne Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
This School
State Level (CA)
#438 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
74%
34%
80%
47%
55-59%
29%
Asian
(24-25)
9%
12%
Hispanic
(24-25)
8%
56%
Black
(24-25)
2%
5%
White
(24-25)
66%
20%
Two or more races
(24-25)
15%
6%
Eligible for Free Lunch (24-25)
13%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (24-25)
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hawthorne Elementary School's ranking?
Hawthorne Elementary School is ranked #438 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Hawthorne Elementary School often compared to?
Hawthorne Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like El Rodeo Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Hawthorne Elementary School?
588 students attend Hawthorne Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Hawthorne Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What grades does Hawthorne Elementary School offer ?
Hawthorne Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Hawthorne Elementary School part of?
Hawthorne Elementary School is part of Beverly Hills Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Hawthorne Elementary School located?
Hawthorne Elementary School is located in the The Flats neighborhood of Beverly Hills, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in The Flats.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • : Top 5%
  • : 74% (Top 10%)
  • : 80% (Top 5%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

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