Hawthorn Leadership School for Girls
Primary and Secondary EducationMissouri, United States11-50 Employees
Hawthorn Leadership School for Girls is a public charter school serving middle and high school students in St. Louis, Missouri, with a college-preparatory program that emphasizes STEM. It is noted as Missouri's first public all-girls school, offering families a single-sex option for secondary education. Opened in 2015, the school maintains a small staff and aims to develop strong academic foundations alongside self-confidence and leadership skills for college success. The institution operates within the primary and secondary education sector, positioned as a public charter option in the regional education landscape. It emphasizes continued student advancement and well-being, including attention to physical, mental, and emotional health during disruptions such as the COVID-19 pandemic. A milestone in its early history was the graduation of its first senior class in 2021, signaling growth since opening.