For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,242 students in Thorntown, IN.
The top ranked public schools in Thorntown, IN are Thorntown Elementary School and Western Boone Jr-sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Thorntown, IN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Indiana public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in Thorntown have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Thorntown, IN (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Thorntown Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
200 Mill St
Thorntown, IN 46071
(765) 485-2447
Thorntown, IN 46071
(765) 485-2447
Grades: PK-6
| 424 students
Rank: #22.
Western Boone Jr-sr High School
Magnet School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1205 N Sr 75
Thorntown, IN 46071
(765) 482-6143
Thorntown, IN 46071
(765) 482-6143
Grades: 7-12
| 818 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Thorntown, IN?
The top ranked public schools in Thorntown, IN include Thorntown Elementary School and Western Boone Jr-sr High School.
How many public schools are located in Thorntown?
2 public schools are located in Thorntown.
What is the racial composition of students in Thorntown?
Thorntown public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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