HAWLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Hawley Elementary School is a public elementary school that is part of the Newtown School District school district, located in Newtown, CT with about 302 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 4th Grade. With about 23 teachers, Hawley Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.
Hawley Elementary School, located at 29 Church Hill Road in Newtown, Connecticut, is a long-standing educational institution that serves as a cornerstone of its local community. With a history rooted in the traditional charm of Newtown, the school is known for fostering a supportive and collaborative environment that emphasizes both academic growth and the social-emotional well-being of its students. The school typically serves children in the earlier grades, providing a foundational learning experience designed to prepare them for their future academic careers within the Newtown Public School district.
The school’s philosophy centers on creating a safe, inclusive, and engaging atmosphere where students are encouraged to become lifelong learners. Through a curriculum that balances core academics with enrichment opportunities, Hawley Elementary aims to meet the diverse needs of its student body. The school maintains a strong partnership with parents and the broader Newtown community, frequently hosting events and programs that promote home-school communication and active participation in the educational process. More information regarding specific curriculum offerings, staff, and school policies can be found on their official website.
For more information, contact Hawley Elementary School at (203) 426-7666 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Newtown, CT 06470-1644
(203) 426-7666
HAWLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Newtown, CT with about 302 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Connecticut
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Newtown School District
- Total Students:
- 302
- Teachers:
- 23.68
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 302 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending HAWLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 90% of the student body.
- White
- 89.7%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 6.0%
- Asian
- 2.6%
- Two or more races
- 1.7%
- Female
- 51.7%
- Male
- 48.3%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.