Serving 383 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Thornhill Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 383 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thornhill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Thornhill Elementary School's student population of 383 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
383 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Thornhill Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thornhill Elementary School is 0.76, which is more 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
#666 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
12%
Hispanic
16%
55%
Black
10%
5%
White
38%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
23%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thornhill Elementary School's ranking?
Thornhill Elementary School is ranked #666 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Thornhill Elementary School often compared to?
Thornhill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Montclair Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Thornhill Elementary School?
383 students attend Thornhill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Thornhill Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Two or more races, 16% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, and 10% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thornhill Elementary School?
Thornhill Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Thornhill Elementary School offer ?
Thornhill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Thornhill Elementary School part of?
Thornhill Elementary School is part of Oakland Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Thornhill Elementary School located?
Thornhill Elementary School is located in the Merriewood neighborhood of Oakland, CA.
School Calendar
View the Thornhill Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break (NO SCHOOL)
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break (NO SCHOOL)
November 26, 2024 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break (NO SCHOOL)
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break (NO SCHOOL)
November 28, 2024 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break (NO SCHOOL)
November 29, 2024 (Friday)
School Reviews
5 3/27/2020
I'm having a great time at Thornhill Elementary. The academic program is great! Most of the students get what people are teaching and if they don't, they would help each other out. The teachers and staff are really nice as well! For grades 3rd and above, you have a choice of violin, viola, or cello. In sports, you can do whatever you want. Soccer, basketball, volleyball, or even tetherball. Great school.
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