Western Boone Co Com Sch Dist School District
School District · Thorntown, Indiana
Avg Rating
8.0
out of 10
Schools
3
2 elem, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,154
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.1:1
Avg Rating
8.0
out of 10
Schools
3
2 elem, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,154
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.1:1
Evaluating Western Boone Co Com Sch Dist?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Western Boone Co Com Sch Dist as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Granville Wells Elementary School
Jamestown · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Thorntown Elementary School
Thorntown · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Western Boone Jr-sr High School
Thorntown · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Indiana rank
#25 of 292
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+1.7
above Indiana avg
Per-pupil spending
$11,154
$1,208 vs Indiana median
District size
1,589 students
Typical than Indiana median
The short answer
Western Boone Co Com Sch Dist ranks #25 of 292 Indiana districts by overall school rating. Western Boone Co Com Sch Dist's schools with real test data average 8.0/10 across 3 schools. Its top-rated schools are Granville Wells Elementary School (8.7/10), Thorntown Elementary School (8.4/10), and Western Boone Jr-sr High School (6.8/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in Western Boone Co Com Sch Dist
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Granville Wells Elementary School | 8.7 / 10 |
| 2 | Thorntown Elementary School | 8.4 / 10 |
| 3 | Western Boone Jr-sr High School | 6.8 / 10 |
See all 3 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Western Boone Co Com Sch Dist
Western Boone Co Com Sch Dist is a Thorntown, Indiana school district serving 3 schools. The district educates 1,589 students with a student-teacher ratio of 16.1:1. The district invests $11,154 per student annually.
With an average rating of 8.0/10, Western Boone Co Com Sch Dist is among the strongest-performing districts in the state.
The highest-rated school in the district is Granville Wells Elementary School, which has a composite score of 8.7/10.
In standardized testing, Western Boone Co Com Sch Dist students show an average math proficiency of 67.3% and ELA proficiency of 67.7%.
The district includes 2 elementary schools , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in Western Boone Co Com Sch Dist, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Western Boone Co Com Sch Dist with test data.
Schools in Western Boone Co Com Sch Dist
3 schools Elementary Schools 2
High Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Indiana
- City
- Thorntown
- Total Enrollment
- 1,589
- Teachers (FTE)
- 99
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Western Boone Co Com Sch Dist?
Western Boone Co Com Sch Dist has 3 schools in total — 2 elementary, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Western Boone Co Com Sch Dist?
The average composite rating for Western Boone Co Com Sch Dist is 8.0/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Western Boone Co Com Sch Dist?
Western Boone Co Com Sch Dist spends $11,154 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Western Boone Co Com Sch Dist?
The average student-teacher ratio in Western Boone Co Com Sch Dist is 16.1:1.
What is the top-rated school in Western Boone Co Com Sch Dist?
Granville Wells Elementary School is the highest-rated school in Western Boone Co Com Sch Dist with a composite score of 8.7/10.
What are the test scores in Western Boone Co Com Sch Dist?
Across schools in Western Boone Co Com Sch Dist with test data, the average math proficiency is 67.3% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 67.7%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Western Boone Co Com Sch Dist compare to other districts in Indiana?
Western Boone Co Com Sch Dist has an average school rating of 8.0/10 across 3 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Indiana by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 8.0/10
- Math Proficiency
- 67.3%
- ELA Proficiency
- 67.7%
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Indiana Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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