Serving 1,972 students in grades 6-8, Thornton Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,972 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Thornton Junior High serves the west part of Fremont, CA, covering an area of approximately 22.3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest boundary located about 6.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thornton Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Thornton Middle School's student population of 1,972 students has grown by 54% over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has grown by 51% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,972 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Thornton Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thornton Middle School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#453 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
76%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
7%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Thunderbolts
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thornton Middle School's ranking?
Thornton Middle School is ranked #453 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Thornton Middle School often compared to?
Thornton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Centerville Middle School, John M. Horner Middle School, William Hopkins Middle 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 34% CA state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Thornton Middle School?
1,972 students attend Thornton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Thornton Middle School students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thornton Middle School?
Thornton Middle School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Thornton Middle School offer ?
Thornton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Thornton Middle School part of?
Thornton Middle School is part of Fremont Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Thornton Middle School located?
Thornton Middle School is located in the Centerville neighborhood of Fremont, CA. There are 11 other public schools located in Centerville.
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