THORNTOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Thorntown Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Western Boone Co Com Sch Dist school district, located in Thorntown, IN with about 450 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 17 teachers, Thorntown Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 26:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Thorntown Elementary School, located at 200 Mill St in Thorntown, Indiana, serves as a cornerstone of the local community within the Western Boone County Community School Corporation. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and engaging academic environment for its students, focusing on fundamental learning, character development, and social growth. By providing a curriculum that emphasizes both core subjects and enrichment activities, the school aims to prepare its young learners for success in their middle school years and beyond.
Beyond its academic mission, Thorntown Elementary is characterized by its small-town atmosphere, which encourages strong partnerships between educators, students, and families. The school prides itself on being a hub for the Thorntown community, often hosting events and initiatives that promote school spirit and collaborative learning. With a commitment to inclusivity and student well-being, the staff strives to cultivate a positive school climate where every child is encouraged to reach their full potential.
For more information, contact Thorntown Elementary School at (765) 485-2447 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Thorntown, IN 46071-1346
(765) 485-2447
THORNTOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Thorntown, IN with about 450 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Indiana
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Western Boone Co Com Sch Dist
- Total Students:
- 450
- Teachers:
- 17
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 450 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending THORNTOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 94% of the student body.
- White
- 94.4%
- Two or more races
- 3.3%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 2.0%
- Black or African American
- 0.2%
- Female
- 46.9%
- Male
- 53.1%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.