What types of schools are available in Thornton, Colorado?

Thornton, Colorado offers a variety of public schools including regular public schools and charter schools across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

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Best Schools in Thornton, Colorado

Q: How many schools are in Thornton, Colorado?

There are 39 schools in Thornton, Colorado, serving 21,778 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

Q: What is the best elementary school in Thornton?

To find the highest-rated elementary schools in Thornton, Colorado, use our school listings above sorted by rating. Filter by "Elementary" level to compare test scores, student-teacher ratios, and parent reviews for each school.

Compare 39 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

Total Schools

Public & Charter Schools

21,778

Total Students

Across Thornton

17.4:1

Avg Student-Teacher Ratio

District average

39 schools found

Advanced Insights & Statistics

Dynamic metrics computed specifically for currently filtered schools

Academic Proficiency Averages

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🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.

Classroom Attention Ratio

Favorable Class Size (<15:1)4 Schools

Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)14 Schools

Larger Class Size (>20:1)1 Schools

💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.

Filtered Quality Highlights

✓0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
✓Largest student enrollment is 1,439 students at Thornton High School.
✓Best student-teacher ratio is 13:1, offering optimal classroom attention.

🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.

Eagleview Elementary School

publicelementaryK-5

4601 Summit Grove Parkway, Thornton, CO 80241

Mcelwain Elementary School

publicelementaryK-5

1020 Dawson Drive, Thornton, CO 80229

9351 Washington Street, Thornton, CO 80229

Thornton Elementary School

publicelementaryPK-5

900 Eppinger Boulevard, Thornton, CO 80229

Cherry Drive Elementary School

publicelementaryPK-5

11500 Cherry Drive, Thornton, CO 80233

Woodglen Elementary School

publicelementaryPK-5

11717 Madison Street, Thornton, CO 80233

Skyview Elementary School

publicelementaryK-5

5021 East 123Rd Avenue, Thornton, CO 80241

Hunters Glen Elementary School

publicelementaryPK-5

13222 Corona Street, Thornton, CO 80241

Century Middle School

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

13000 Lafayette Street, Thornton, CO 80241

Riverdale Elementary School

publicelementaryPK-5

10724 Elm Drive, Thornton, CO 80233

Thornton Middle School

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

9451 Hoffman Way, Thornton, CO 80229

Rocky Top Middle School

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

14150 York Street, Thornton, CO 80602

Stellar Elementary School

publicelementaryK-5

3901 East 124Th Avenue, Thornton, CO 80241

Silver Creek Elementary

publicelementaryK-5

15101 Fillmore Stre, Thornton, CO 80602

Prairie Hills Elementary School

publicelementaryK-5

13801 Garfield Place, Thornton, CO 80602

Westgate Community School

charter schoolhighK-12

12500 Washington St, Thornton, CO 80241

New America School - Thornton

charter schoolhighGrade 9-12

8978 Washington St, Thornton, CO 80229

Pathways Future Center

publichighGrade 6-12

550 E. 124Th Avenue, Thornton, CO 80241

9450 Pecos Street, Thornton, CO 80206

Bright Horizons Preschool

publicelementaryPK-PK

5321 E 136Th Ave, Thornton, CO 80602

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Detailed Overview of Schools in Thornton

Thornton, Colorado is home to 39 schools serving over 21,778 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. See methodology →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Thornton, Colorado?

There are 39 schools in Thornton, serving 21,778 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the best elementary school in Thornton?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Thornton include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in Thornton?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Thornton is 17.4:1.

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