For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,162 students in Thornton, CO.
The top ranked public preschools in Thornton, CO are Tarver Elementary School and Hunters Glen Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Thornton, CO public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Colorado public pre school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 42% statewide average). Pre schools in Thornton have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Colorado public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public preschool average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Thornton, CO (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Tarver Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3500 Summit Grove Parkway
Thornton, CO 80241
(720) 972-5640
Thornton, CO 80241
(720) 972-5640
Grades: PK-5
| 484 students
Rank: #22.
Hunters Glen Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
13222 Corona Street
Thornton, CO 80241
(720) 972-5440
Thornton, CO 80241
(720) 972-5440
Grades: PK-5
| 459 students
Rank: n/an/a
Preschool On Poze
Magnet School
2410 Poze Blvd
Thornton, CO 80029
(303) 853-1000
Thornton, CO 80029
(303) 853-1000
Grades: PK
| 219 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in Thornton, CO?
The top ranked public preschools in Thornton, CO include Tarver Elementary School and Hunters Glen Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Thornton?
3 public preschools are located in Thornton.
What is the racial composition of students in Thornton?
Thornton public preschools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public preschools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Recent Articles
Department of Education Supports Rights of Gay-Straight Student Support Groups at Public Schools
The article discusses the Department of Education's support for gay-straight student alliances in public schools. It examines the Equal Access Act, legal precedents, and the importance of these groups in promoting inclusivity, combating discrimination, and ensuring a safe learning environment for all students.
Female Bullies in Public Schools: The Rising Trend and School Reactions
This piece explores the increasing prevalence of female bullying in public schools, focusing on relational aggression. It examines the causes, manifestations, and impacts of this behavior, as well as school reactions and strategies for addressing and preventing female bullying.
September 27, 2024
Understanding RubricsThis article explores the fundamental principles of rubrics in education, focusing on their role as assessment tools. It breaks down the key components of rubrics, including criteria, performance levels, and descriptors. The piece also delves into the two main types of rubrics - holistic and analytic - providing authoritative definitions and explaining their unique applications in educational settings.