Serving 1,424 students in grades 6-8, Thornton Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is equal to the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,424 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Thornton Middle School's student population of 1,424 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 92 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,424 students
Total Classroom Teachers
92 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Thornton Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thornton Middle School is 0.58, 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
#4488 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
57%
54%
Black
31%
13%
White
5%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thornton Middle School's ranking?
Thornton Middle School is ranked #4488 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Thornton Middle School often compared to?
Thornton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like T H Mcdonald J High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Thornton Middle School?
1,424 students attend Thornton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Thornton Middle School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thornton Middle School?
Thornton Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Thornton Middle School offer ?
Thornton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Thornton Middle School part of?
Thornton Middle School is part of Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Thornton Middle School located?
Thornton Middle School is located in the Villages Of Bear Creek neighborhood of Katy, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Villages Of Bear Creek.
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