THORNWOOD EL

THORNWOOD EL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the SPRING BRANCH ISD school district, located in HOUSTON, TX with about 431 students offering grade levels from Pre-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 32 teachers, THORNWOOD EL 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.

THORNWOOD ELementary, located in the Ashford area of Houston, is a vibrant campus within the Spring Branch Independent School District (SBISD). The school is known for its commitment to providing a supportive and inclusive learning environment, serving a diverse student population with a focus on academic growth and social-emotional development. As part of the SBISD community, Thornwood benefits from the district’s "Every Child" vision, which emphasizes personalized learning and the goal of preparing students to be successful, lifelong learners.

The school places a strong emphasis on community involvement and fostering a collaborative partnership between parents, teachers, and students. Beyond the core curriculum, Thornwood works to provide a well-rounded experience that encourages student curiosity and excellence. By utilizing the resources and academic framework of the Spring Branch district, the school strives to create a nurturing atmosphere where every student is challenged and supported in meeting their full potential.

For more information, contact THORNWOOD EL at (713) 251-7300 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

14400 FERN
HOUSTON, TX 77079-5599
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THORNWOOD EL is a public Title I school in HOUSTON, TX with about 431 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Texas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
SPRING BRANCH ISD
Total Students:
431
Teachers:
32
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
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 431 students

Hispanic/Latino
45.7%
Black or African American
30.9%
White
15.5%
Asian
4.4%
Two or more races
3.2%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%

Female
54.5%
Male
45.5%

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.