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#1489 of 3,813 schools in IL
Top 39% in state
Thornridge High School
High School · Thornton Twp HSD 205
15000 Cottage Grove Ave, Dolton, IL 60419
Enrollment
978
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
6.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
978
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
6.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#1,489 of 3,813
In Dolton
#2 of 9
public schools
In district
#3 of 3
Thornton Twp HSD 205
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Thornridge High School
Thornridge High School is a public high school in Dolton, IL, part of Thornton Twp HSD 205. Thornridge High School serves approximately 978 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Thornridge High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,489 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Thornridge High School show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 7.2
- IL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Thornridge High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
66% of students at Thornridge High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Thornridge High School — Students at Thornridge High School score 7% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 13%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.4/10.
How Thornridge High School Compares
See how Thornridge High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
15000 Cottage Grove Ave, Dolton, IL 60419
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Thornridge High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. UNITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.2/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby South Holland), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Early Childhood Cntr (rated 6.9/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Madison School (rated 5.8/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby South Holland), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Dolton, see our Dolton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Franklin Elementary School Dolton | 0.6 mi | 3.4 |
| Madison School South Holland | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Berger-Vandenberg Elem School Dolton | 0.7 mi | 3.2 |
| Diekman Elem School Dolton | 0.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Eisenhower School South Holland | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Lincoln Elementary School Dolton | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Lincoln Junior High School Dolton | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| CALVIN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL South Holland | 1.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Early Childhood Cntr Dolton | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| NEW LIFE CELEBRATION CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Dolton | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| UNITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY South Holland | 1.6 mi | 7.2 |
| LAREN MONTESSORI SCHOOL South Holland | 1.7 mi | — |
| STANDBERRY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Harvey | 1.3 mi | — |
| Roosevelt Elem School Dolton | 1.5 mi | 3.4 |
| Roosevelt Junior High School Dolton | 1.5 mi | 4.5 |
| New Beginnings Learning Academy South Holland | 1.6 mi | 4.7 |
| CALVARY ACADEMY South Holland | 1.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Coolidge Middle School Phoenix | 1.7 mi | 5.2 |
| ZION BUDS OF PROMISE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY South Holland | 1.6 mi | — |
| Brooks Middle School Harvey | 1.6 mi | 4.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60419 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,706
Median Home Value
$140,500
Median Rent
$1,399/mo
Population
20,979
College Educated
22.7%
Homeownership
72%
Avg Commute
32.3 min
Poverty Rate
20.4%
Median Age
40
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Noble St Chtr-Chicago Bulls Prep Chicago, IL | 6.7 |
| Waterloo High School Waterloo, IL | 6.7 |
| Bogan High School Chicago, IL | 6.8 |
| Lincoln Comm High School Lincoln, IL | 6.8 |
| Noble St Chtr-Butler - Crimson Chicago, IL | 6.8 |
| Noble St Chtr-Noble Campus Chicago, IL | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Thornridge High School
What grades does Thornridge High School serve?
Thornridge High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Thornridge High School?
Thornridge High School has an enrollment of approximately 978 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Thornridge High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Thornridge High School is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Thornridge High School rank in IL?
Thornridge High School ranks #1,489 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Thornridge High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Thornridge High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Thornridge High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Thornridge High School has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Thornridge High School a charter school?
No, Thornridge High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Thornridge High School a Title I school?
No, Thornridge High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Thornridge High School?
80.0% of students at Thornridge High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 978
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 63
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 66.3%
- Phone
- (708) 271-4401
Resources & Links
District
Thornton Twp HSD 205- District Enrollment
- 4,491
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,504
- District Rank
- #3 of 3
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