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Thornton Fractnl No High School

High School · Thornton Fractional Twp HSD 215

755 Pulaski Rd, Calumet City, IL 60409

Enrollment

1,389

Student-Teacher

16.7:1

Score

5.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#2,369 of 3,813

In Calumet City

#6 of 12

public schools

In district

#1 of 2

Thornton Fractional Twp HSD 215

Academic growth

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Thornton Fractnl No High School

5.7/10

High School in Calumet City · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Thornton Fractnl No High School

Thornton Fractnl No High School is a public high school in Calumet City, IL, part of Thornton Fractional Twp HSD 215. Thornton Fractnl No High School serves approximately 1,389 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Thornton Fractnl No High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,369 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Thornton Fractnl No High School show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 5.6
  • IL avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Thornton Fractnl No 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.6Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.73 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.4Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency6% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency10% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency8% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)19% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-10.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile15th
College Readiness4.3Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation14.5%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment5.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,996
Chronic Absenteeism28.7%

Thornton Fractnl No High School — Students at Thornton Fractnl No High School score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

66.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 15.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 19.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
25%
ELA
34%
2010
Math
16%
ELA
24%
2011
Math
22%
ELA
25%
2012
Math
23%
ELA
30%
2013
Math
29%
ELA
31%
2014
Math
13%
ELA
21%
2015
Math
18%
ELA
18%
2016
Math
9%
ELA
12%
2017
Math
10%
ELA
11%
2018
Math
9%
ELA
15%
2019
Math
9%
ELA
15%
2020*
Math
6%
ELA
10%
2021*
Math
6%
ELA
10%
2022
ELA
10%

* 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: 9.6/10.

How Thornton Fractnl No High School Compares

See how Thornton Fractnl No High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.7/10
38th percentile in IL
Academic
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
9.6/10
Excellent
Environment
5.8/10
Average
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.7
Sports
16
7 boys' · 9 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
67%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
83 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.7%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
14.5% participation·State avg: 2.7 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics16sports offered
7 boys'·9 girls'·32 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

755 Pulaski Rd, Calumet City, IL 60409

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Thornton Fractnl No High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Hammond Academy of Science & Tech (rated 5.4/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Hammond), with a very similar rating. Another option is AMERICAN SCHOOL (rated 4.8/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Lansing), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Hammond Central High School (rated 4.7/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Hammond), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Calumet City, see our Calumet City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Wentworth Jr High School Calumet City 0.4 mi 5.4
Wentworth Intermediate School Calumet City 0.5 mi 4.5
Lincoln Elem School Calumet City 0.5 mi 6.4
Wilson Elementary School Calumet City 0.7 mi 4.9
Hoover Elem School Calumet City 1.1 mi 4.9
Hammond Academy of Science & Tech Hammond 1.1 mi 5.4
Caroline Sibley Elem School Calumet City 1.2 mi 4.0
Carol Moseley Braun School Calumet City 1.1 mi 4.6
School of Fine Arts Calumet City 1.2 mi 6.1
Creative Communications Acad Calumet City 1.2 mi 5.9
S T E M Academy Calumet City 1.2 mi 6.3
MONTESSORI CHILDRENS SCHOOLHOUSE Hammond 1.3 mi 9.1
Schrum Memorial School Calumet City 1.8 mi 5.7
Henry W Eggers Middle School Hammond 1.5 mi 3.3
Burnham Elem School Burnham 1.9 mi 3.9
Kenwood Elementary School Hammond 1.7 mi 3.5
New Beginnings Learning Academy South Holland 1.5 mi 4.7
Reavis Elem School Lansing 2.1 mi 4.8
AMERICAN SCHOOL Lansing 2.2 mi 4.8
Hammond Central High School Hammond 1.9 mi 4.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60409 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$53,991

Median Home Value

$133,600

Median Rent

$1,138/mo

Population

35,253

College Educated

20.5%

Homeownership

55.9%

Avg Commute

33.5 min

Poverty Rate

23.3%

Median Age

37.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Thornton Fractnl No High School

What grades does Thornton Fractnl No High School serve?

Thornton Fractnl No High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Thornton Fractnl No High School?

Thornton Fractnl No High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,389 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Thornton Fractnl No High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Thornton Fractnl No High School is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Thornton Fractnl No High School rank in IL?

Thornton Fractnl No High School ranks #2,369 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Thornton Fractnl No High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Thornton Fractnl No High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Thornton Fractnl No High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Thornton Fractnl No High School has 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Thornton Fractnl No High School a charter school?

No, Thornton Fractnl No High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Thornton Fractnl No High School a Title I school?

No, Thornton Fractnl No High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Thornton Fractnl No High School?

66.9% of students at Thornton Fractnl No 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
60 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
33 Some Transit
Bike Score
58 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,389
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
83
Free/Reduced Lunch
66.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cook County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.7%

District

Thornton Fractional Twp HSD 215
District Enrollment
3,276
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,996
District Rank
#1 of 2

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