Thorson Elementary

www.cedarburg.k12.wi.us

548 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th

School Overview

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.

548

Total Students

35.5

Full-Time Teachers

15.4

Student/Teacher Ratio

6.4%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Thorson Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	519
Hispanic	9
Black	3
Asian	6
Two or More	9
Pacific Islander	2

White
519 (94.7 %)
Hispanic
9 (1.6 %)
Two or More
9 (1.6 %)
Asian
6 (1.1 %)
Black
3 (0.5 %)
Pacific Islander
2 (0.4 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Cedarburg School District
Phone:	(262)376-6700
Website:	http://www.cedarburg.k12.wi.us
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	548
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	35.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	15.4
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	21
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	14

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Pre-Kindergarten 54

Kindergarten 76

Grade 1 69

Grade 2 86

Grade 3 79

Grade 4 92

Grade 5 92