For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 252 students in Thornton, IL.
Thornton, IL public school have an average reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the Illinois public schools of 30%).
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Thornton, IL (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Wolcott School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
200 N Wolcott St
Thornton, IL 60476
(708) 877-2526
Thornton, IL 60476
(708) 877-2526
Grades: PK-8
| 252 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Thornton, IL?
The top ranked public schools in Thornton, IL include Wolcott School.
How many public schools are located in Thornton?
1 public schools are located in Thornton.
What is the racial composition of students in Thornton?
Thornton public schools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Illinois public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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