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(5 reviews)

2900 Pin Oak Dr

Temple, TX 76502

(254) 215-5747

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Grades: K - 5

School Type: Public

Student Enrollment: 481

Students Per Teacher: 19

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5 Parent Reviews for Thornton Elementary School

Thornton is a school with high expectations academically. The teachers are meticulous about getting kids in tutoring if they are falling behind, and bringing them up to par. My only complaint about Thornton is the absence of a full-time art teacher, and the absence of an ISS classroom. Both are greatly ...  Read more

Posted by a parent on 05/17/06

Great school, great principal, great teachers, great support staff! When you step into Thornton, you feel at home! Everyone knows you by name!

Posted by a parent on 01/10/06

The Assistant principal is a great source for gaining increased teacher morale. There is an opportunity for a unique combined Kindergarten and first grade class that builds peer support systems for advancement in academics.

Posted by a parent on 10/26/04

The administration is very good. The new assistant principal is great. The teachers really challenge the students in academics and character.

Posted by a parent on 11/19/03

I have two children at Thornton and both have been there since kindergarten. My son, who has always been at the top of his class, has always been pushed to do more and help others. My daughter, who struggles with every new concept, has been given support and extra resources to help her learn. I have ...  Read more

Posted by a parent on 08/19/03

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Test Year: 2007
Thornton Elementary School
Temple Independent School District
Texas
* In 2006-2007, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.
 
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Temple schools — Thornton Elementary School is located at 2900 Pin Oak Dr, Temple TX 76502. 2900 Pin Oak Dr is in the 76502 ZIP code in Temple, TX The school district for Thornton Elementary School is the Temple Independent School District. Thornton Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels K - 5.
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