Serving 157 students in grades 6-8, Thorndale Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 157 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Thorndale Middle's attendance zone covers the entire Thorndale, TX school district, encompassing approximately 134.4 square miles. Families typically can expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 7.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 12 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Thorndale Middle School's student population of 157 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 44% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
157 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Motto
Striving for Excellence
School Rankings
Thorndale Middle 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 Thorndale Middle School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4171 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
34%
54%
Black
n/a
13%
White
63%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thorndale Middle School's ranking?
Thorndale Middle School is ranked #4171 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Thorndale Middle School often compared to?
Thorndale Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thrall Middle School, Milano J High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Thorndale Middle School?
157 students attend Thorndale Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Thorndale Middle School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thorndale Middle School?
Thorndale Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Thorndale Middle School offer ?
Thorndale Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Thorndale Middle School part of?
Thorndale Middle School is part of Thorndale Independent School District.
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