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1 schools in Thornton

California · Public K-12

Public K-12 enrollment in Thornton totals about 164 students across 1 school (an average of 164 students per school).

4-year change in Thornton

SY 2020-21 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
164
-13 (-7%) vs SY 2020-21
School count
1
0 (0%) vs SY 2020-21
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
Residents
817
all ages · ACS 5-yr
Students
164
public K-12 · NCES
Schools
1
public K-12
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
New Hope ElementaryElementaryKG-08164

About Thornton

Thornton is a compact California city in terms of public-school footprint, with 1 schools and 164 students total.

Per-school enrollment runs near 164, meaningfully below the state mean of about 578.

Over the past 4-year window. Across the same 4-year window, public-school enrollment fell 7%: 177 students in SY 2020-21 versus 164 in SY 2024-25.

On allk12, the community for Thornton discusses enrollment trends, district policy changes, and bus-route updates. Parents, students, and educators in the area can post or comment.

Frequently asked questions

How many K-12 schools are in Thornton, California?
There is 1 public K-12 school in Thornton, with a combined enrollment of about 164.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Thornton?
Thornton has 1 elementary school.
What is the largest public school in Thornton?
New Hope Elementary is the largest public school in Thornton by enrollment, with approximately 164 students.
What school districts serve Thornton?
Thornton public schools are operated by New Hope Elementary.
What grade levels do public schools in Thornton cover?
Public schools in Thornton serve students from kindergarten through grade 8.