For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 164 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 34%), 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 95% 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 (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: K-8 | 164 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
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 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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