WESTTOWN-THORNBURY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Westtown-Thornbury El Sch is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the West Chester Area SD school district, located in West Chester, PA with about 492 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th 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 33 teachers, Westtown-Thornbury El Sch has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

Westtown-Thornbury Elementary School is a highly regarded public school located in West Chester, Pennsylvania, serving as part of the West Chester Area School District. Known for its strong commitment to academic excellence and student development, the school fosters a supportive learning environment that emphasizes both intellectual growth and character building. It serves students from kindergarten through fifth grade, offering a comprehensive curriculum designed to meet diverse learning needs while preparing students for success in middle school and beyond.

Beyond its core academics, Westtown-Thornbury is recognized for its active school community and collaborative atmosphere. The school benefits from a dedicated faculty and a highly involved parent-teacher organization, which together help cultivate a welcoming culture for families. With a focus on social-emotional learning and community engagement, the school strives to provide a well-rounded experience that encourages students to become responsible, curious, and empathetic members of the West Chester community.

For more information, contact Westtown-Thornbury El Sch at (484) 266-1800 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

750 Westbourne Road
West Chester, PA 19382
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WESTTOWN-THORNBURY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in West Chester, PA with about 492 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Pennsylvania

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
492
Teachers:
33.27
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 targeted assistance school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* 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.

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School Demographics for 492 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending WESTTOWN-THORNBURY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 77% of the student body.

White
76.8%
Hispanic/Latino
7.9%
Black or African American
5.5%
Asian
5.1%
Two or more races
4.5%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%

Female
50.4%
Male
49.6%

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.