Serving 340 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 19% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). 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 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 340 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Thornton School's student population of 340 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
340 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Motto
The Mission of our school is to provide a safe and enriching learning environment where the whole student is nurtured and developed.
School Rankings
Thornton School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 287 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thornton School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#196 out of 287 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
29%
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
4%
3%
Hispanic
46%
31%
Black
9%
9%
White
38%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Johnston School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thornton School's ranking?
Thornton School is ranked #196 out of 287 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?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Thornton School?
340 students attend Thornton School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Thornton School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% 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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Thornton School part of?
Thornton School is part of Johnston School District.
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