Serving 506 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Thornell Road School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 91% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 506 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 91% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thornell Road School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Thornell Road School's student population of 506 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
506 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
1971
School Calendar
School Rankings
Thornell Road School ranks within the top 10% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thornell Road School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#284 out of 4346 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
10%
Hispanic
6%
30%
Black
2%
16%
White
73%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thornell Road School's ranking?
Thornell Road School is ranked #284 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Thornell Road School often compared to?
Thornell Road Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Longridge School, Harris Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
91% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Thornell Road School?
506 students attend Thornell Road School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Thornell Road School students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thornell Road School?
Thornell Road School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Thornell Road School offer ?
Thornell Road School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Thornell Road School part of?
Thornell Road School is part of Pittsford Central School District.
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