Emerson Elem School vs Hawthorne Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 2.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Emerson Elem School
Elmhurst · Public elementary · Grades K–5
429 students
Hawthorne Elem School
Elmhurst · Public elementary · Grades K–5
568 students
| Measure | Emerson Elem School Elmhurst, Illinois | Hawthorne Elem School Elmhurst, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 70 Top 25% | 70 Top 25% |
| State rank | #299 of 2,303 | #287 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #11649 of 50,301 | #11314 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 429 | 568 |
| Enrollment | 429 | 568 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 9.8% | 9.5% |
| Students per teacher | 12.6 | 12.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 51% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 56% |
| city | Elmhurst | Elmhurst |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (69.5 vs 70.0).
- •Hawthorne Elem School does better on math proficiency (56% vs 52%).
- •Emerson Elem School does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 51%).
- •Hawthorne Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (9.5% vs 9.8%).
- •Emerson Elem School does better on students per teacher (12.6 vs 12.9).
- •Hawthorne Elem School is the larger school with 568 students compared with 429.
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 Emerson Elem School better than Hawthorne Elem School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Emerson Elem School and Hawthorne Elem School?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between Elmhurst and Elmhurst in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Emerson Elem School: 429. Hawthorne Elem School: 568. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Emerson Elem School and Hawthorne Elem School rank in Illinois?
Emerson Elem School is 299th of 2,303 and Hawthorne Elem School is 287th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).