Serving 661 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Thornwilde Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 661 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Thornwilde Elementary School serves the northern part of Hebron, KY, covering an area of approximately 19.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 5.9 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thornwilde Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Thornwilde Elementary School's student population of 661 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
661 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Thornwilde Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thornwilde Elementary School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#46 out of 1250 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
White
80%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.4%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thornwilde Elementary School's ranking?
Thornwilde Elementary School is ranked #46 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Thornwilde Elementary School often compared to?
Thornwilde Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Pointe Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Thornwilde Elementary School?
661 students attend Thornwilde Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Thornwilde Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thornwilde Elementary School?
Thornwilde Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Thornwilde Elementary School offer ?
Thornwilde Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Thornwilde Elementary School part of?
Thornwilde Elementary School is part of Boone County School District.
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