THUNDER HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Thunder Hill Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Howard County Public Schools school district, located in Columbia, MD with about 544 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 40 teachers, Thunder Hill Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.
Thunder Hill Elementary School is a highly-regarded public school located in the village of Thunder Hill in Columbia, Maryland. Serving students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade, the school is part of the Howard County Public School System (HCPSS). It is known for its strong emphasis on creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment that prioritizes both academic excellence and the social-emotional development of its students. The school actively encourages community engagement and maintains a robust partnership with parents to ensure a well-rounded educational experience.
Academically, Thunder Hill is characterized by a diverse student population and a curriculum designed to challenge learners while providing targeted support where needed. The school utilizes a variety of instructional strategies to meet individual student needs, often leveraging technology and collaborative projects to foster critical thinking and creativity. With its dedicated staff and focus on building a "community of learners," Thunder Hill Elementary consistently maintains a positive reputation within the Columbia area for preparing students for successful transitions to middle school.
For more information, contact Thunder Hill Elementary at (410) 313-6922 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Columbia, MD 21045-1838
(410) 313-6922
http://thes.hcpss.org
THUNDER HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Columbia, MD with about 544 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Maryland
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Howard County Public Schools
- Total Students:
- 544
- Teachers:
- 40
- 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
- Not a Title I 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 544 students
- White
- 39.0%
- Black or African American
- 24.6%
- Asian
- 19.7%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 8.5%
- Two or more races
- 7.4%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.6%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.4%
- Female
- 52.9%
- Male
- 47.1%
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.