Hawthorne Math and Science Academy vs Hawthorne Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 681 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hawthorne Math and Science Academy
Hawthorne · Charter high · Grades 9–12
567 students
Hawthorne Middle
Hawthorne · Public middle · Grades 6–8
761 students
| Measure | Hawthorne Math and Science Academy Hawthorne, California | Hawthorne Middle Hawthorne, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 61 Top 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #229 of 1,343 | #743 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #5528 of 16,910 | #12126 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 567 | 761 |
| Enrollment | 567 | 761 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 83.1% | 90.4% |
| Students per teacher | 23.6 | 24.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 97.5% | 48% |
| Math proficiency | 72% | 33% |
| city | Hawthorne | Hawthorne |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hawthorne Math and Science Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.1 vs 28.9).
- •Hawthorne Math and Science Academy does better on math proficiency (72% vs 33%).
- •Hawthorne Math and Science Academy does better on reading proficiency (97.5% vs 48%).
- •Hawthorne Math and Science Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (83.1% vs 90.4%).
- •Hawthorne Math and Science Academy does better on students per teacher (23.6 vs 24.5).
- •Hawthorne Middle is the larger school with 761 students compared with 567.
- •Hawthorne Math and Science Academy is a charter school while Hawthorne Middle is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Hawthorne Math and Science Academy better than Hawthorne Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Hawthorne Math and Science Academy ranks higher (61.1 vs 28.9 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Hawthorne Math and Science Academy and Hawthorne Middle?
About 681 m in a straight line, between Hawthorne and Hawthorne in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hawthorne Math and Science Academy: 567. Hawthorne Middle: 761. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hawthorne Math and Science Academy and Hawthorne Middle rank in California?
Hawthorne Math and Science Academy is 229th of 1,343 and Hawthorne Middle is 743rd of 1,334 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).