Serving 552 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Thorson Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 552 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thorson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Thorson Elementary School's student population of 552 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
552 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Thorson Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thorson Elementary School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#24 out of 1991 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)78%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
1%
9%
White
94%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thorson Elementary School's ranking?
Thorson Elementary School is ranked #24 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Thorson Elementary School often compared to?
Thorson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Saukville Elementary School, Parkview Elementary School, Woodview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Thorson Elementary School?
552 students attend Thorson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Thorson Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thorson Elementary School?
Thorson Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Thorson Elementary School offer ?
Thorson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Thorson Elementary School part of?
Thorson Elementary School is part of Cedarburg School District.
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