THORNTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

THORNTON EL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the NORTHSIDE ISD school district, located in SAN ANTONIO, TX with about 607 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 43 teachers, THORNTON EL 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.

THORNTON ELementary School is part of the Northside Independent School District (NISD) in San Antonio, Texas. Located in the 78240 area, the school serves the local community by providing foundational education within the state's fourth-largest school district. As an NISD campus, THORNTON ELementary operates under the district's mission to foster academic excellence, character development, and a supportive learning environment for its students, typically ranging from kindergarten through fifth grade.

The school is characterized by its integration into the broader Northside network, which is well-regarded for its emphasis on technology, rigorous curriculum standards, and comprehensive extracurricular programs. Families associated with THORNTON ELementary benefit from the resources and organizational structure of NISD, which prioritizes college and career readiness from an early age. For detailed information regarding campus-specific achievements, school calendar events, or enrollment procedures, the official district website at [nisd.net](http://nisd.net) serves as the primary resource for parents and community members.

For more information, contact THORNTON EL at (210) 397-3950 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.