Serving 1,302 students in grades 7-8, Thornton Junior High 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 68% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (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 93% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 1,302 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thornton Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Thornton Junior High School's student population of 1,302 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
1,302 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Thornton Junior High 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 Thornton Junior High School is 0.41, 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
#546 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
76%
12%
Hispanic
11%
55%
Black
2%
5%
White
7%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thornton Junior High School's ranking?
Thornton Junior High School is ranked #546 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Thornton Junior High School often compared to?
Thornton Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Centerville Junior High School, John M. Horner Middle School, William Hopkins Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Thornton Junior High School?
1,302 students attend Thornton Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Thornton Junior High School students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thornton Junior High School?
Thornton Junior High School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Thornton Junior High School offer ?
Thornton Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Thornton Junior High School part of?
Thornton Junior High School is part of Fremont Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Thornton Junior High School located?
Thornton Junior High School is located in the Centerville neighborhood of Fremont, CA. There are 11 other public schools located in Centerville.
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