Excellent
#412 of 3,441 schools in OH
Top 12% in state
Thornville Elementary School
Elementary School · Northern Local
70 E Columbus St, Thornville, OH 43076
Enrollment
372
Student-Teacher
17.7:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
372
Student-Teacher
17.7:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#412 of 3,441
In Thornville
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#1 of 5
Northern Local
Equity
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Thornville Elementary School
Thornville Elementary School is a public elementary school in Thornville, OH, part of Northern Local. Thornville Elementary School serves approximately 372 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 17.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Thornville Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #412 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Thornville Elementary School show 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- District avg 7.4
- OH avg 6.7
Score Breakdown
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Thornville Elementary School — Students at Thornville Elementary School score 81% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
34.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from OH state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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 Thornville Elementary School Compares
See how Thornville Elementary 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
70 E Columbus St, Thornville, OH 43076
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Thornville Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Stevenson Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 9.9 miles away, in nearby Heath), with a very similar rating. Another option is Millersport Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Millersport), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Glenford Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Glenford), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Thornville, see our Thornville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lakewood Elementary School Hebron | 4.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Jackson Intermediate Hebron | 4.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Lakewood High School Hebron | 4.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Lakewood Middle School Hebron | 4.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Sheridan High School Thornville | 5.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Sheridan Middle School Thornville | 5.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Glenford Elementary School Glenford | 5.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Millersport Jr/Sr High School Millersport | 6.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Millersport Elementary School Millersport | 6.2 mi | 8.4 |
| LICKING COUNTY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Heath | 8.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Heath Middle School Heath | 8.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Heath High School Heath | 9.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Garfield Elementary School Heath | 9.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Pleasantville Elementary School Pleasantville | 8.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Stevenson Elementary School Heath | 9.9 mi | 8.6 |
| Ben Franklin Elementary School Newark | 10.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Somerset Elementary School Somerset | 8.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Fairfield Union High School Lancaster | 10.2 mi | 5.3 |
| HOLY TRINITY SCHOOL Somerset | 9.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Fairfield Union Rushville Middle School Lancaster | 10.3 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 43076 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,051
Median Home Value
$274,700
Median Rent
$892/mo
Population
8,805
College Educated
28.2%
Homeownership
86%
Avg Commute
29.1 min
Poverty Rate
7%
Median Age
49.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Austinburg Elementary School Austinburg, OH | 8.6 |
| Clinton Elementary School Columbus, OH | 8.6 |
| Darby Creek Elementary School Hilliard, OH | 8.6 |
| Gordon Dewitt Elementary School Cuyahoga Falls, OH | 8.6 |
| Hardin Houston Elementary School Houston, OH | 8.6 |
| Hazel Harvey Elementary School Doylestown, OH | 8.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Thornville Elementary School
What grades does Thornville Elementary School serve?
Thornville Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Thornville Elementary School?
Thornville Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 372 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Thornville Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Thornville Elementary School is 17.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Thornville Elementary School rank in OH?
Thornville Elementary School ranks #412 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Thornville Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Thornville Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Thornville Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Thornville Elementary School has 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Thornville Elementary School a charter school?
No, Thornville Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Thornville Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Thornville Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Thornville Elementary School?
34.4% of students at Thornville Elementary 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 372
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 34.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Perry County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.3%
- Phone
- (740) 246-6636
Resources & Links
District
Northern Local- District Enrollment
- 2,198
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,226
- District Rank
- #1 of 5
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