Serving 387 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Thornapple Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 387 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thornapple Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Thornapple Elementary School's student population of 387 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
387 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Wed. Aug 20, 2025
Last Day of School
Tue. Jun 16, 2026
School Motto
Welcome to Thornapple Elementary School
School Rankings
Thornapple Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thornapple Elementary School is 0.39, 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
#51 out of 3025 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
4%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
77%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thornapple Elementary School's ranking?
Thornapple Elementary School is ranked #51 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Thornapple Elementary School often compared to?
Thornapple Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ada Elementary School, Ridge Park Charter Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Thornapple Elementary School?
387 students attend Thornapple Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Thornapple Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thornapple Elementary School?
Thornapple Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Thornapple Elementary School offer ?
Thornapple Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Thornapple Elementary School part of?
Thornapple Elementary School is part of Forest Hills School District.
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