THORSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Thorson Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Cedarburg School District school district, located in Cedarburg, WI with about 489 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 28 teachers, Thorson Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.
Thorson Elementary, located in Cedarburg, Wisconsin, is a highly regarded public school serving students in grades K-5. As part of the Cedarburg School District, the school is deeply integrated into the local community and is known for maintaining a strong academic focus. Thorson prides itself on fostering a supportive, student-centered environment that balances rigorous core instruction with social-emotional learning, aiming to prepare students for both future academic success and responsible citizenship.
Beyond its traditional curriculum, Thorson Elementary is characterized by a collaborative culture involving dedicated staff, active parent involvement, and a commitment to inclusive education. The school utilizes a variety of teaching strategies to meet the diverse needs of its learners, often leveraging its location within the Cedarburg community to enhance the educational experience. With a reputation for academic excellence and a nurturing atmosphere, Thorson remains a foundational institution for families in the Cedarburg area looking for a strong start to their children's educational journey.
For more information, contact Thorson Elementary at (262) 376-6700 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Cedarburg, WI 53012-1698
(262) 376-6700
http://www.cedarburg.k12.wi.us
THORSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Cedarburg, WI with about 489 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Wisconsin
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Cedarburg School District
- Total Students:
- 489
- Teachers:
- 28.22
- 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:
- Supplemental 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 489 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending THORSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 92% of the student body.
- White
- 92.4%
- Two or more races
- 2.5%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 2.0%
- Asian
- 2.0%
- Black or African American
- 1.0%
- Female
- 50.3%
- Male
- 49.7%
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.