Serving 445 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Thorntown Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 445 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thorntown Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Thorntown Elementary School's student population of 445 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
445 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Thorntown Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thorntown Elementary School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#128 out of 1763 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
n/a
13%
White
92%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thorntown Elementary School's ranking?
Thorntown Elementary School is ranked #128 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Thorntown Elementary School often compared to?
Thorntown Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Granville Wells Elementary School, Stonegate Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Thorntown Elementary School?
445 students attend Thorntown Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Thorntown Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thorntown Elementary School?
Thorntown Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Thorntown Elementary School offer ?
Thorntown Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Thorntown Elementary School part of?
Thorntown Elementary School is part of Western Boone Co Com Sch School District.
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