Serving 335 students in grades 1-5, Thornton School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 335 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thornton School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Thornton School's student population of 335 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
335 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Thornton School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 289 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thornton School is 0.61, 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
#173 out of 289 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
45%
30%
Black
6%
9%
White
43%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thornton School's ranking?
Thornton School is ranked #173 out of 289 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% RI state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Thornton School?
335 students attend Thornton School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Thornton School students are Hispanic, 43% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thornton School?
Thornton School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Thornton School offer ?
Thornton School offers enrollment in grades 1-5
What school district is Thornton School part of?
Thornton School is part of Johnston School District.
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