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Hawthorne Elementary School

Public | PK-5 | 660 students

 

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Posted October 8, 2012

We finished our last year at Hawthorne last year (2012) and good riddance! Hawthorne WAS a great school, but, when Dr. Klein left, it all fell apart. Mr. Tombaugh was an empty suit, no skill, no plan, no personality, and overpaid to boot. When a teacher was out sick, I would receive a note like this the next day, "I would like to thank the 3 kids who behaved themselves yesterday when we had a substitute, Morgan, Morgan, and Meagan." The main teaching event of each day was watching the teachers try to discipline the unruly students. Tombaugh was non-existent and completely useless. I was a highly involved parent and my 5th grade son was the top student in the school, so I was able to get him special treatment (he was allowed to TEACH a few classes on brain function/development to the 4th grade, for example) to make his day bearable. Were it not for my constant involvement, my son would have only learned that misbehaving gets you attention. The good kids who behaved and tried to learn were outnumbered by the animals 3 to 1 (I don't use the term "animal" lightly). I tried to get my son transferred to a classroom with less problem kids and was told that there wasn't one!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 8, 2012

Hawthorne used to be an amazing school. Dr. Klein's leadership was phenomenal and the school prospered. But under Mr. Tombaugh's guidance the school crumbled, the school became a prison. They are currently unable to teach students and instead are handling misbehaving students 24/7


Posted November 10, 2011

My kids attended Hawthorne for Kindergarten, and then we lotteried them in to the magnet school program for 1st grade. The teachers at Hawthorne are wonderful, but Hawthorne draws from a low income area and parental involvement isn't very high. It did not feel like a community, it felt very fragmented, with parents acting stand-offish and keeping to themselves. When they do have events, it isn't a place where everyone knows each other. It is very easy for your above-average child to be top of their class, and I'm not sure that gives them adequate motivation. I am really happy that we only did kindergarten there. I have spent a decent amount of time there, and rarely saw the principal (whereas at the magnet school, the principal is very visible and involved).
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 24, 2008

I have only GREAT things to say about Hawthorne. From the Principal (Dr. Kline is just outstanding), to the teachers and staff, everyone is beyond helpful, courtous, kind and truely concerned for your children and their education. I'm more than pleased with the school and the activities that are given, and the facility is always clean. Most importantely, is that my son loves going to school and loves his teachers.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted February 11, 2008

My boy is in 2nd grade at Hawthorne and really seems to enjoy going every day. The principal (Dr. Kline) does an outstanding job as well as the teachers and staff. Great job!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 25, 2007

Our son is in 1st grade at Hawthorne, and we have had a wonderful experience during the last few years. At the beginning of this school year, our son broke his arm, and the genuine concern of everyone from the principal, teachers and staff was wonderful. Also, with the help of the Reading Recovery program, our son is reading with a new confidence, and at the level he should be at--thanks to everyone!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 6, 2006

my child had a cold last year and whent paralized in his right leg he ended up with mylitis (inflamation of the nerve).everybody was so great. his teacher's and principal came and visted him at the hospital and even gave him get well cards from his classmates,it ment so much I will keep them forever.when he whent back to school everbody took the time to work with us we was so scared about everything i would of never thought a simple cold would turn life upside down.so i would like to thank eveyone from the bottom of my heart for working with him and understanding what he was going through.to me this is the best school thay do care and keep children's safty first.again, to the teacher's,principal,and parent's thank you I can't say it enuogh and to joey's friends and classmates a very speacial thank you for being there for him.
—Submitted by margaret sullivan, a parent


Posted August 4, 2006

Good quality teachers and Principal(Dr. Kline) Excellent academic programs. music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities are available. Is a school that i will recommend to any one that i know.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 26, 2005

I've been extremely fortunate that both of my children have attended and still attend Hawthorne. I can't say enough about the faculty, the administrative staff, the PTO, and the principals. Dr. Klein and Dr. Gibbs, there just aren't enough words. It's time for my daughters and I to move, but so much of my decision not to do so is based upon trying to keep my youngest at Hawthorne.
—Submitted by Angela Reed, a parent


Posted September 16, 2004

Staff is very caring towards the children. Everyone has excellent skills in dealing with parents and kids. My daughter has attended 3 years now, every year is better and better. Very outgoing school, principal and staff. Goes above and beyond. Principal is very involved in every aspect, including the children themselves! They all call her by her first name. My youngest can't wait to go there next year!
—Submitted by Wendy York, a parent


Posted May 25, 2004

I went to Hawthorne 2 years ago for kindergarten through 5th grade and those years I spent there were wonderful and often wish I could go back. I very highly reccomend this school to anyone!
—Submitted by Jenny, a former student


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

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The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 82% in 2011.

2011

 
 
89%

2010

 
 
71%

2009

 
 
77%

2008

 
 
85%

2007

 
 
90%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 80% in 2011.

2011

 
 
88%

2010

 
 
73%

2009

 
 
72%

2008

 
 
81%

2007

 
 
88%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2010-2011 Ohio used the Ohio Achievement Assessment (OAA) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The OAA is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Ohio. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

See Ohio's state standards

Source: Ohio Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 78% in 2011.

2011

 
 
75%

2010

 
 
76%

2009

 
 
75%

2008

 
 
81%

2007

 
 
88%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 84% in 2011.

2011

 
 
85%

2010

 
 
75%

2009

 
 
76%

2008

 
 
93%

2007

 
 
93%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2010-2011 Ohio used the Ohio Achievement Assessment (OAA) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The OAA is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Ohio. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

See Ohio's state standards

Source: Ohio Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 66% in 2011.

2011

 
 
68%

2010

 
 
74%

2009

 
 
65%

2008

 
 
56%

2007

 
 
60%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 74% in 2011.

2011

 
 
71%

2010

 
 
80%

2009

 
 
78%

2008

 
 
71%

2007

 
 
86%
Science

The state average for Science was 71% in 2011.

2011

 
 
72%

2010

 
 
72%

2009

 
 
71%

2008

 
 
59%

2007

 
 
70%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2010-2011 Ohio used the Ohio Achievement Assessment (OAA) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The OAA is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Ohio. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

See Ohio's state standards

Source: Ohio Department of Education

Math

All Students89%
Female95%
Male82%
Black, non-Hispanic83%
Asian or Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracial>95%
White93%
Economically disadvantaged83%
Not economically disadvantaged>95%
Disabled53%
Non-disabled94%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)89%
Gifted>95%

Reading

All Students88%
Female93%
Male82%
Black, non-Hispanic83%
Asian or Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracial>95%
White90%
Economically disadvantaged81%
Not economically disadvantaged>95%
Disabled47%
Non-disabled94%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)81%
Gifted>95%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2010-2011 Ohio used the Ohio Achievement Assessment (OAA) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The OAA is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Ohio. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

The different student groups are identified by the Ohio Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Ohio's state standards

Source: Ohio Department of Education

Math

All Students75%
Female76%
Male74%
Black, non-Hispanic57%
Asian or Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanic>95%
Multiracial75%
White82%
Economically disadvantaged70%
Not economically disadvantaged80%
Disabled50%
Non-disabled80%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)84%
Gifted>95%

Reading

All Students85%
Female86%
Male83%
Black, non-Hispanic71%
Asian or Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanic91%
Multiracial83%
White91%
Economically disadvantaged78%
Not economically disadvantaged91%
Disabled75%
Non-disabled87%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)84%
Gifted>95%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2010-2011 Ohio used the Ohio Achievement Assessment (OAA) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The OAA is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Ohio. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

The different student groups are identified by the Ohio Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Ohio's state standards

Source: Ohio Department of Education

Math

All Students68%
Female81%
Male59%
Black, non-Hispanic60%
Asian or Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
White81%
Economically disadvantaged60%
Not economically disadvantaged79%
Disabled33%
Non-disabled78%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)73%
Gifted86%

Reading

All Students71%
Female83%
Male63%
Black, non-Hispanic64%
Asian or Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
White77%
Economically disadvantaged65%
Not economically disadvantaged79%
Disabled38%
Non-disabled81%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)69%
Gifted>95%

Science

All Students72%
Female79%
Male67%
Black, non-Hispanic64%
Asian or Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
White79%
Economically disadvantaged65%
Not economically disadvantaged81%
Disabled46%
Non-disabled79%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)69%
Gifted91%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2010-2011 Ohio used the Ohio Achievement Assessment (OAA) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math, and in grades 5 and 8 in science. The OAA is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Ohio. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.

The different student groups are identified by the Ohio Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Ohio's state standards

Source: Ohio Department of Education

In 2010-2011, this school received an Overall Rating of "Met Expected Growth".

Math

Reading

Grade 4MetMet
Grade 5AboveMet

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Ohio Department of Education used the Value-Added Measure to show how much growth students made on the Ohio Achievement Test since the last school year. The state expects that student test scores will show an average year's worth of growth compared to test scores from the previous year. Ohio's Value-Added Measure is not the same as Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP), a federal measure which uses different criteria.

See Ohio's state standards

Source: Ohio Department of Education

 
94 (2011)
 
93 (2010)
 
92 (2009)
 
91 (2008)

0
60
120

About the tests


Ohio uses the Performance Index to provide an overall indication of how well students perform on its standardized tests each year. The Performance Index scores are based upon how well each student does on all tested subjects in grades 3 through 8 and 10. Schools and districts earn anywhere from 1.2 points for each student scoring at the advanced level to zero points for each untested student. The Performance Index ranges between 0 and 120, with 100 as the statewide goal for all students.

See Ohio's state standards

Source: Ohio Department of Education

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 45% 74%
Black 32% 16%
Hispanic 10% 3%
Two or more races 10% 4%
Asian 3% 2%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 0%
Hawaiian Native/Pacific Islander 0% 0%
Source: NCES, 2010-2011

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Economically disadvantaged students 43%N/A36%
Students with disabilities 13%N/A14%
Source: OH Dept. of Education, 2007-2008

Attendance

  This school District averageState average
Attendance rate 96%N/A94%
Source: OH Dept. of Education, 2007-2008

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 19N/A18
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Teacher education levels

  This school District averageState average
Bachelor's degree or higher 100%N/A99%
Master's degree or higher 66%N/A59%
Source: OH Dept. of Education, 2007-2008

Teacher credentials

  This school District averageState average
Temporary teaching certificate 0%N/AN/A
Fully certified 100%N/A98%
Source: OH Dept. of Education, 2007-2008

School basics

School Leader's name
  • Mr. Frederick G. Tombaugh
Fax number
  • (614) 797-7131

Resources

Extra learning resources offered
  • Title I Schoolwide program (SWP)
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5001 Farview Dr
Columbus, OH 43231
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