For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 453 students in Thorndale, PA.
The top ranked public school in Thorndale, PA is Caln Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Thorndale, PA public school have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in Thorndale have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Thorndale, PA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Caln Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3609 Lincoln Hwy
Thorndale, PA 19372
(610) 383-3760
Thorndale, PA 19372
(610) 383-3760
Grades: K-5
| 453 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Thorndale, PA?
The top ranked public schools in Thorndale, PA include Caln Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Thorndale?
1 public schools are located in Thorndale.
What is the racial composition of students in Thorndale?
Thorndale public schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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