At a glance
Reported students
437
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
31.66
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
13.8:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
PK–05
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Kentucky elementary enrollment
51st percentile
Compared with 718 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
510
Hawthorne Elementary: 437 reported students.
State peer staffing position
32nd percentile
13.8:1 reported; state peer median 14.6:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 383
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Student–teacher ratio
- 13.2:1
What the reported data says about Hawthorne Elementary
Hawthorne Elementary is a public elementary school serving grades PK–05 in Louisville. It is one of 171 current school records connected to Jefferson County. NCES reports 437 students for 2024–25.
Among 718 elementary schools in Kentucky with comparable records, this school is close in size to the reported median of 436.5 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 51st percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 13.8:1, close to the Kentucky median of 14.6:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (49.9%) and Hispanic or Latino (30.4%). English learners represent 17.5% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 10.7%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Hawthorne Elementary
- 1How do the reported 13.8:1 student–teacher ratio and 31.66 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 1 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 17.5%
- Students with disabilities
- 10.7%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 42.1%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 1
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White49.9%
- Hispanic30.4%
- Black12.4%
- Asian1.1%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial6.2%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Jefferson County
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Mill Creek Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
437 reported students
Layne Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–05
430 reported students
Shacklette Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
429 reported students
Dr. William H. Perry Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05
427 reported students
Dunn Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–05
425 reported students
Gutermuth Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–05
451 reported students
Public schools near Hawthorne Elementary
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goldsmith Elementary Elementary · Jefferson County | KG–05 | 651 | 1.1 mi |
| Klondike Lane Elementary Elementary · Jefferson County | PK–05 | 527 | 2 mi |
| Field Elementary Elementary · Jefferson County | KG–05 | 465 | 2.4 mi |
| St Matthews Elementary Elementary · Jefferson County | KG–05 | 598 | 2.5 mi |
| The Brook-Dupont Elementary · Jefferson County | PK–08 | 2 | 2.7 mi |
| Greathouse/Shryock Traditional Elementary · Jefferson County | KG–05 | 607 | 2.7 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Hawthorne Elementary
What grades does Hawthorne Elementary serve?
Hawthorne Elementary reports grades PK–05 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Jefferson County.
How many students attend Hawthorne Elementary?
Hawthorne Elementary reported 437 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 51st percentile among 718 Kentucky elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 383 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Hawthorne Elementary?
The calculated ratio is 13.8:1, based on 437 students and 31.66 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Kentucky median for the same school level is 14.6:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Hawthorne Elementary a public, charter, or magnet school?
Hawthorne Elementary is a public school and is not a charter school; it is also identified as a magnet school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
What share of Hawthorne Elementary students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
42.1% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Hawthorne Elementary in?
Hawthorne Elementary is part of Jefferson County, based in Louisville, KY, which operates 171 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Hawthorne Elementary?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Goldsmith Elementary (1.1 mi), Klondike Lane Elementary (2 mi), Field Elementary (2.4 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.