Serving 199 students in grades 9-12, Thorndale High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 199 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thorndale High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Thorndale High School's student population of 199 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
199 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Thorndale High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thorndale High School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3037 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
24%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
72%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thorndale High School's ranking?
Thorndale High School is ranked #3037 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Thorndale High School often compared to?
Thorndale High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Milano High School, Taylor High School, Thrall High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Thorndale High School?
The graduation rate of Thorndale High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Thorndale High School?
199 students attend Thorndale High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Thorndale High School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thorndale High School?
Thorndale High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Thorndale High School offer ?
Thorndale High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Thorndale High School part of?
Thorndale High School is part of Thorndale Independent School District.
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