Serving 50 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Thornfield Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥80% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 50 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MO
- Math Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thornfield Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Thornfield Elementary School's student population of 50 students has grown by 56% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
50 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Rankings
Thornfield Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thornfield Elementary School is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#294 out of 2076 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
15%
White
100%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thornfield Elementary School's ranking?
Thornfield Elementary School is ranked #294 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Thornfield Elementary School?
50 students attend Thornfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Thornfield Elementary School students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thornfield Elementary School?
Thornfield Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Thornfield Elementary School offer ?
Thornfield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Thornfield Elementary School part of?
Thornfield Elementary School is part of Thornfield R-I School District.
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