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Hawthorne Middle

Hawthorne · Los Angeles County · 4366 West 129th Street, Hawthorne, CA 90250-5211

(310) 676-0167

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5/10
#681
Rank 681 out of 1,315
Top 52%
English Language Arts5/10 · #701 · 47th percentile
Mathematics6/10 · #644 · 51st percentile
Science4/10 · #795 · 40th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Hawthorne Middle sits in the heart of Hawthorne, a working-class South Bay city that's seen real momentum in recent years thanks to its proximity to SpaceX, LAX, and a growing tech corridor. The school lands right around the middle of the pack statewide, making it a solid neighborhood option for families who are plugged into their kids' education and looking to supplement with the community resources the area has to offer. It's a good fit for families who value an urban, diverse environment and want a school close to home without the pressure of a hypercompetitive academic scene.

Student Demographics

732 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
587 (80%)
African American
80 (11%)
Asian
21 (3%)
White
13 (2%)
Other
31 (4%)

Key Indicators

English Learners245 (33%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged666 (91%)
Students with Disabilities74 (10%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

761
Enrollment
38.6
Teachers (FTE)
19.7:1
Student-Staff Ratio
2
Administrators (FTE)
24
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs8/10 · #303 · 78th percentile

187 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Middle Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found