Thornton Middle

Thornton Middle serves 1,414 students in grades 6-8 in Katy, Texas, operating as part of the Harris County school system. With 105 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a favorable student-teacher ratio of 13.5:1, allowing for more individualized attention in the classroom. The school holds a MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #2915 out of 8,598 schools statewide, placing it in the 66th percentile among Texas middle schools.

This solid performance reflects the school's commitment to serving its diverse student body in an environment focused on academic development and growth. Located on Kieth Harrow Boulevard, Thornton Middle sits within ZIP code 77449, a community characterized by stability and educational investment. The surrounding neighborhood shows a median household income of $82,300 and median home values around $213,500, with 30% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher.

The area maintains a relatively low poverty rate of 10.7% among its 122,098 residents. Thornton Middle operates within Katy's large suburban setting, benefiting from the resources and opportunities that come with serving a well-established community committed to educational excellence and student success.