HAWTHORNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Hawthorne Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the San Diego Unified school district, located in San Diego, CA with about 236 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 10 teachers, Hawthorne Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 23:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Hawthorne Elementary School, located in the Clairemont neighborhood of San Diego, is a public school serving students in grades TK through 5 as part of the San Diego Unified School District. The school is known for fostering a close-knit, community-oriented atmosphere, often described by families as a welcoming environment that emphasizes both academic growth and the development of strong character. Its curriculum is designed to meet state standards while integrating opportunities for student engagement through various enrichment activities.

The school benefits from an active parent community and a dedicated staff focused on providing a supportive learning space for a diverse student body. By prioritizing foundational skills in literacy and mathematics alongside social-emotional learning, Hawthorne Elementary aims to prepare its students for success as they transition to middle school. Its location in the 92117 zip code makes it a central fixture for local families, maintaining a steady commitment to being a safe and productive neighborhood school.

For more information, contact Hawthorne Elementary at (858) 273-3341 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.