Hawthorne Elem. vs Lens
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Missouri, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hawthorne Elem.
Kearney · Public elementary · Grades K–5
264 students
Lens
Kearney · Public elementary · Grades 4–5
60 students
| Measure | Hawthorne Elem. Kearney, Missouri | Lens Kearney, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 71 Top 25% | 75 Top 25% |
| State rank | #219 of 1,159 | #144 of 1,159 |
| National rank | #10515 of 50,301 | #8082 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 4–5 |
| Students | 264 | 60 |
| Enrollment | 264 | 60 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 8.3% | 20% |
| Students per teacher | 13.2 | 15.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | – |
| Math proficiency | 52% | – |
| city | Kearney | Kearney |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lens scores higher on the Success Index (US) (74.8 vs 71.1).
- •Hawthorne Elem. does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (8.3% vs 20%).
- •Hawthorne Elem. does better on students per teacher (13.2 vs 15.0).
- •Hawthorne Elem. is the larger school with 264 students compared with 60.
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 Elem. better than Lens?
On the Success Index (US), Lens ranks higher (74.8 vs 71.1 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 Elem. and Lens?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Kearney and Kearney in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hawthorne Elem.: 264. Lens: 60. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hawthorne Elem. and Lens rank in Missouri?
Hawthorne Elem. is 219th of 1,159 and Lens is 144th of 1,159 among elementary schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).