Serving 740 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Thornton Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 740 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Thornton Elementary School's student population of 740 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
740 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Year Founded
1960
School Calendar
Campus Size
15 acres
School Motto
'Together we can help our students be successful!'
School Rankings
Thornton Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thornton Elementary School is 0.64, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5579 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
55%
53%
Black
15%
13%
White
19%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thornton Elementary School's ranking?
Thornton Elementary School is ranked #5579 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Thornton Elementary School often compared to?
Thornton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Scott Elementary School, Raye-allen Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Thornton Elementary School?
740 students attend Thornton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Thornton Elementary School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 15% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thornton Elementary School?
Thornton Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Thornton Elementary School offer ?
Thornton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Thornton Elementary School part of?
Thornton Elementary School is part of Temple Independent School District.
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