Thorndale High School is a public high school located in the city of Thorndale, Texas, USA and classified as a 2A school by the UIL. It is a part of the Thorndale Independent School District located in southwestern Milam County. In 2015, the school was rated "Met Standard" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 209 students in grades 9-12, Thorndale High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 209 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thorndale High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Thorndale High School's student population of 209 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
209 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Maroon, Gold
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Striving for Excellence
School Rankings
Thorndale High School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thorndale High School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2367 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
30%
54%
Black
n/a
13%
White
69%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldog
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thorndale High School's ranking?
Thorndale High School is ranked #2367 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Thorndale High School often compared to?
Thorndale High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Milano High School, Taylor High School, Thrall High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Thorndale High School?
The graduation rate of Thorndale High School is 90%, which is equal to the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Thorndale High School?
209 students attend Thorndale High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Thorndale High School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thorndale High School?
Thorndale High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Thorndale High School offer ?
Thorndale High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Thorndale High School part of?
Thorndale High School is part of Thorndale Independent School District.
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