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Best Thornton Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 252 students in Thornton, IL.

The top-ranked public school in Thornton, IL is Wolcott School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Thornton, IL public school have an score of 22% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and score of 22% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Thornton have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.

Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in Thornton, IL (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

Quick Facts

Rank: #11.

Wolcott School

(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
:

Bottom 50%

200 N Wolcott St
Thornton, IL 60476
(708) 877-2526

Gr: PK-8 | 252 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 81%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Thornton, IL?

The top-ranked public schools in Thornton, IL include Wolcott School.

How many public schools are located in Thornton?

1 public schools are located in Thornton.

What is the racial composition of students in Thornton?

Thornton public schools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).