School Overview
Thornwood High School, located in South Holland, Illinois, serves as a primary secondary education institution within District 205. The school is known for its large, diverse student body and a comprehensive academic environment that offers a wide array of courses, ranging from core subjects to vocational and Advanced Placement (AP) programs. Beyond the classroom, Thornwood is deeply integrated into the local community and maintains a strong focus on fostering student development through a variety of extracurricular activities, including competitive athletics, performing arts, and various academic clubs.

The school is perhaps most widely recognized for its long-standing tradition of excellence in competitive activities, particularly its speech and debate programs, as well as its robust athletics department. The campus serves as a central hub for the South Holland community, emphasizing the importance of school spirit, academic rigor, and preparation for post-secondary success. By providing a blend of traditional educational pathways and modern support services, Thornwood High School strives to equip its students with the skills necessary to navigate both college and career environments after graduation.
1,843
Total Students
143.0
Full-Time Teachers
12.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Thornwood High School
Demographic Student Count
White37
Hispanic253
Black1,512
Asian1
Two or More34
American Indian6
  • Black
    1,512 (82.0%)
  • Hispanic
    253 (13.7%)
  • White
    37 (2.0%)
  • Two or More
    34 (1.8%)
  • American Indian
    6 (0.3%)
  • Asian
    1 (0.1%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Thornton Twp HSD 205
Phone: (708)225-4701
Website: http://www.district205.net/thornwood/site/default.asp
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,843
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 143.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.9
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 449
Grade 10 392
Grade 11 460
Grade 12 542

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Thornwood High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 9449
Grade 10392
Grade 11460
Grade 12542
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Thornwood High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female89648.6%
Male94751.4%
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