Willis E Thorpe
294 Students
Elementary School K - 5th
School Overview
The Willis E. Thorpe Elementary School, located at 1 Avon Road in Danvers, Massachusetts, serves as a foundational part of the Danvers Public Schools district. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment that focuses on the academic, social, and emotional development of its elementary-aged students. By emphasizing a strong partnership between educators, families, and the community, Thorpe strives to cultivate a safe atmosphere where children are encouraged to reach their full potential and develop a lifelong love of learning.
The school’s curriculum is designed to meet the diverse needs of its student body, integrating core academic subjects with opportunities for creative and physical development. Through its alignment with the broader Danvers Public Schools mission, Thorpe utilizes modern instructional strategies and resources to prepare students for future academic success. For parents and community members interested in school policies, extracurricular programs, or specific classroom information, the school’s official website provides a central hub for updates, calendars, and resources essential to navigating the school year.
The school’s curriculum is designed to meet the diverse needs of its student body, integrating core academic subjects with opportunities for creative and physical development. Through its alignment with the broader Danvers Public Schools mission, Thorpe utilizes modern instructional strategies and resources to prepare students for future academic success. For parents and community members interested in school policies, extracurricular programs, or specific classroom information, the school’s official website provides a central hub for updates, calendars, and resources essential to navigating the school year.
294
Total Students
20.8
Full-Time Teachers
14.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 253 |
| Hispanic | 31 |
| Black | 6 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More | 2 |
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White253 (86.1%)
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Hispanic31 (10.5%)
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Black6 (2.0%)
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Asian2 (0.7%)
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Two or More2 (0.7%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Danvers |
| Phone: | (978)774-6946 |
| Website: | http://danverspublicschools.org/thorpe |
| Grade Range: | K - 5th |
| Total Students: | 294 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 20.8 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 14.1 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 0 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
40
Grade 1
64
Grade 2
46
Grade 3
34
Grade 4
65
Grade 5
45
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 40 |
| Grade 1 | 64 |
| Grade 2 | 46 |
| Grade 3 | 34 |
| Grade 4 | 65 |
| Grade 5 | 45 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 150 | 51% |
| Male | 144 | 49% |
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