Serving 669 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Thornwilde Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 669 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thornwilde Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Thornwilde Elementary School's student population of 669 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
669 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
Thornwilde Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thornwilde Elementary School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#39 out of 1267 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
10%
Black
7%
11%
White
79%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thornwilde Elementary School's ranking?
Thornwilde Elementary School is ranked #39 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Thornwilde Elementary School often compared to?
Thornwilde Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Pointe Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Thornwilde Elementary School?
669 students attend Thornwilde Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Thornwilde Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thornwilde Elementary School?
Thornwilde Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Thornwilde Elementary School offer ?
Thornwilde Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Thornwilde Elementary School part of?
Thornwilde Elementary School is part of Boone County School District.
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