Hawthorne Elementary vs Sandburg Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Wisconsin, United States, 3.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hawthorne Elementary
Madison · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
360 students
Sandburg Elementary
Madison · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
410 students
| Measure | Hawthorne Elementary Madison, Wisconsin | Sandburg Elementary Madison, Wisconsin |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #876 of 1,069 | #844 of 1,069 |
| National rank | #35910 of 50,301 | #34279 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 360 | 410 |
| Enrollment | 360 | 410 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 66.7% | 57.3% |
| Students per teacher | 10.3 | 10.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 32% |
| city | Madison | Madison |
| state | Wisconsin | Wisconsin |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sandburg Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (36.6 vs 34.0).
- •Sandburg Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (57.3% vs 66.7%).
- •Sandburg Elementary is the larger school with 410 students compared with 360.
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 Elementary better than Sandburg Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Sandburg Elementary ranks higher (36.6 vs 34.0 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 Elementary and Sandburg Elementary?
About 3.0 km in a straight line, between Madison and Madison in Wisconsin.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hawthorne Elementary: 360. Sandburg Elementary: 410. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hawthorne Elementary and Sandburg Elementary rank in Wisconsin?
Hawthorne Elementary is 876th of 1,069 and Sandburg Elementary is 844th of 1,069 among elementary schools in Wisconsin on the 2025 Success Index (US).