Serving 77 students in grades 9-12, Thornton High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 77 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: 60-69% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thornton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Thornton High School's student population of 77 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
77 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Thornton High School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thornton High School is 0.70, 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
#2611 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
22:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
22%
12%
Hispanic
47%
55%
Black
n/a
5%
White
14%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-69%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thornton High School's ranking?
Thornton High School is ranked #2611 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Thornton High School often compared to?
Thornton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westmoor High School, Jefferson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Thornton High School?
The graduation rate of Thornton High School is 60-69%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Thornton High School?
77 students attend Thornton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Thornton High School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Asian, 14% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thornton High School?
Thornton High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Thornton High School offer ?
Thornton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Thornton High School part of?
Thornton High School is part of Jefferson Union High School District.
In what neighborhood is Thornton High School located?
Thornton High School is located in the Hillside neighborhood of Daly City, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Hillside.
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