Serving 648 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Chester H Thompson Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 648 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chester H Thompson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
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Attribute
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Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Chester H Thompson Elementary School's student population of 648 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
648 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 12, 2026
School Rankings
Chester H Thompson Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chester H Thompson Elementary School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1115 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
9%
Hispanic
45%
26%
Black
6%
5%
White
22%
48%
Hawaiian
8%
2%
Two or more races
15%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chester H Thompson Elementary School's ranking?
Chester H Thompson Elementary School is ranked #1115 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Chester H Thompson Elementary School often compared to?
Chester H Thompson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Star Elementary School, Evergreen Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Chester H Thompson Elementary School?
648 students attend Chester H Thompson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Chester H Thompson Elementary School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hawaiian, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chester H Thompson Elementary School?
Chester H Thompson Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Chester H Thompson Elementary School offer ?
Chester H Thompson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chester H Thompson Elementary School part of?
Chester H Thompson Elementary School is part of Bethel School District.
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