For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 252 students in Thornton, IL.
The top-ranked public school in Thornton, IL is Wolcott School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Thornton, IL public school have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Thornton have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 51爆料s in Thornton, IL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wolcott School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
200 N Wolcott St
Thornton, IL 60476
(708) 877-2526
Thornton, IL 60476
(708) 877-2526
Gr: PK-8 | 252 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Thornton, IL?
The top-ranked public schools in Thornton, IL include Wolcott 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 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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