Hawthorne Elementary School

145 Arthur Street

School District

Elmhurst 205
Grade

K-5
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:16
Type

public

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on December 25, 2017

I have 2 children at Hawthorne, and our experience could not be better. When transferred from a private school in Chicago, our oldest was struggling to keep up with her classmates due to a learning disability. Within 3 months of attending Hawthorne, she was exceeding classroom averages and thriving. We have loved every teacher we have had. They are creative and caring. The parent community is friendly and involved.
Submitted by parent on August 19, 2016

I have two children who currently attend Hawthorne- our experience has been outstanding! Both children are thriving and being challenged by their teachers. The community has been welcoming and they have made many friends. Overall- 5 stars!!
Submitted by parent on July 12, 2016

I have had three children go through this school. We've had a wonderful experience. The office staff is very helpful and welcoming, and we've loved every teacher with the exception of one, who has since retired. I was very involved with the PTA and and felt accepted immediately. I was surprised to see negative comments about the attitude of the PTA, as I felt none of that. There are many opportunities to volunteer, and the teachers welcome it. There has always been great communication between the teachers and parents. I was a teacher myself, and I feel that my children received a great education at Hawthorne.
Submitted by parent on June 04, 2013

In response to the most recent post about Hawthorne...I find that Hawthorne has been the best school for my children, they feel safe, secure and are challenged each day by talented staff and the office staff if wonderful. The only reason that are businesslike sometimes is they are BUSY! They are very attentive and always address each child who enters the office with respect and caring, as well as the parents coming and going. It's a large school but I've always felt my children and learning and are happy and the teachers keep the classrooms a safe and productive environment. When your child comes home from school sharing all the wonderful parts of their day, from math to art to spanish...you know they are in a nurturing environment. My child is blossoming at Hawthorne as my older ones did...I will greatly miss Hawthorne as this coming year is our last. Volunteer and you will see how well the school runs...great teachers, great kids and fabulous office staff!
Submitted by parent on June 04, 2013

We moved into this school district starting in 2nd grade. Have yet to really be impressed with the education standards, my child felt his first year was a repeat of many things he had learned in 1st grade. The front office staff if very abrupt and could learn some bedside manner, especially since they work with young children. The new principal is definitely a welcome change. The PTA feels exclusive and many look down their nose at you, not welcoming at all to newcomers.
Submitted by other on April 26, 2013

I agree with some parents here. The staff who answered my phone was very rude indeed. He was in a rush to end the call and the matter was handled in a demeaning way! Such a surprise and being very disappointed to see those things in a school with strong academic standing.