Serving 599 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Thorne Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 7% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 599 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thorne Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Thorne Elementary School's student population of 599 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
599 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Thorne Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thorne Elementary School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2881 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
68%
18%
White
21%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thorne Elementary School's ranking?
Thorne Elementary School is ranked #2881 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Thorne Elementary School often compared to?
Thorne Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Quest Charter Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Thorne Elementary School?
599 students attend Thorne Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Thorne Elementary School students are Black, 21% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thorne Elementary School?
Thorne Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Thorne Elementary School offer ?
Thorne Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Thorne Elementary School part of?
Thorne Elementary School is part of Westwood Community School District.
School Reviews
1 2/20/2020
I think thorn needs more African American teachers. I believe they racially discriminate against the black kids and do not take time when teaching one subject before starting them on a new subject honestly. I think they are setting kids up to fail in life with the token black principle to turn his head.
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