For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 168 students in Thornton, CA.
The top ranked public school in Thornton, CA is New Hope Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Thornton, CA public school have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the California public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Thornton have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Thornton, CA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
New Hope Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
26675 North Sacramento Blvd.
Thornton, CA 95686
(209) 794-2376
Thornton, CA 95686
(209) 794-2376
Grades: K-8
| 168 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Thornton, CA?
The top ranked public schools in Thornton, CA include New Hope Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Thornton?
1 public schools are located in Thornton.
What is the racial composition of students in Thornton?
Thornton public schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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