Northglenn High School vs Thornton High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Colorado, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Northglenn High School
Northglenn · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,844 students
Thornton High School
Thornton · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,439 students
| Measure | Northglenn High School Northglenn, Colorado | Thornton High School Thornton, Colorado |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 18 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #268 of 307 | #291 of 307 |
| National rank | #14600 of 16,910 | #15599 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,844 | 1,439 |
| Enrollment | 1,844 | 1,439 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 71.7% | 78.7% |
| Students per teacher | 19.4 | 16.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 41% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 20% | 12% |
| city | Northglenn | Thornton |
| state | Colorado | Colorado |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Northglenn High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (23.9 vs 18.1).
- •Northglenn High School does better on math proficiency (20% vs 12%).
- •Northglenn High School does better on reading proficiency (41% vs 27%).
- •Northglenn High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (71.7% vs 78.7%).
- •Thornton High School does better on students per teacher (16.4 vs 19.4).
- •Northglenn High School is the larger school with 1,844 students compared with 1,439.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Northglenn High School better than Thornton High School?
On the Success Index (US), Northglenn High School ranks higher (23.9 vs 18.1 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Northglenn High School and Thornton High School?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Northglenn and Thornton in Colorado.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Northglenn High School: 1,844. Thornton High School: 1,439. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Northglenn High School and Thornton High School rank in Colorado?
Northglenn High School is 268th of 307 and Thornton High School is 291st of 307 among high schools in Colorado on the 2025 Success Index (US).