Best Thornton Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 172 students in Thornton, NH.
The top-ranked public school in Thornton, NH is Thornton Central School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Thornton, NH public school have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the New Hampshire public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Thornton have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New Hampshire public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Hampshire public school average of 18% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in Thornton, NH (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Thornton Central School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1886 Nh Rte. 175
Thornton, NH 03285
(603) 726-8904
Gr: K-8 | 172 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 9%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Thornton, NH?
The top-ranked public schools in Thornton, NH include Thornton Central 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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Hampshire public schools average of 18% (majority Hispanic).

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