Serving 531 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Thornton Creek 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 72% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 531 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Thornton Creek Elementary School serves the northwest part of Novi, MI, covering an area of approximately 5.6 square miles. Most families live within a 5 to 10-minute drive, with an average distance of 1.5 miles to the school's boundary and a maximum distance of 3.9 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thornton Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Thornton Creek Elementary School's student population of 531 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
531 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Tradition of Excellence ∞ A World of Possibilities
School Rankings
Thornton Creek 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 Thornton Creek Elementary School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#93 out of 3025 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
27%
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
64%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.9%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thornton Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Thornton Creek Elementary School is ranked #93 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Thornton Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Thornton Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parkview Elementary School, Ridge Wood Elementary School, Silver Springs Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Thornton Creek Elementary School?
531 students attend Thornton Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Thornton Creek Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thornton Creek Elementary School?
Thornton Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Thornton Creek Elementary School offer ?
Thornton Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Thornton Creek Elementary School part of?
Thornton Creek Elementary School is part of Northville School District.
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