Serving 505 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Hawthorne Pk-8 Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 505 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hawthorne Pk-8 Academy's student population of 505 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
505 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
1923
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hawthorne Pk-8 Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hawthorne Pk-8 Academy is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5876 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
93%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
4%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hawthorne Pk-8 Academy's ranking?
Hawthorne Pk-8 Academy is ranked #5876 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Hawthorne Pk-8 Academy?
505 students attend Hawthorne Pk-8 Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Hawthorne Pk-8 Academy students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hawthorne Pk-8 Academy?
Hawthorne Pk-8 Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hawthorne Pk-8 Academy offer ?
Hawthorne Pk-8 Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Hawthorne Pk-8 Academy part of?
Hawthorne Pk-8 Academy is part of San Antonio Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Hawthorne Pk-8 Academy located?
Hawthorne Pk-8 Academy is located in the Tobin Hill neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 4 other public schools located in Tobin Hill.
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