Serving 678 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cora Thomas Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 678 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cora Thomas Elementary serves the southeast part of Richmond, TX, covering an area of approximately 23.2 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of about 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 3.6 miles to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cora Thomas Elementary School's student population of 678 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
678 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
A PROUD TRADITION | A BRIGHT FUTURE
School Rankings
Cora Thomas Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cora Thomas Elementary School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1930 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
16%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
35%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
32%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
13%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cora Thomas Elementary School's ranking?
Cora Thomas Elementary School is ranked #1930 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Cora Thomas Elementary School often compared to?
Cora Thomas Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Don Carter Elementary School, John Arredondo Elementary School, Manford Williams Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Cora Thomas Elementary School?
678 students attend Cora Thomas Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Cora Thomas Elementary School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Black, 16% of students are Asian, 13% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cora Thomas Elementary School?
Cora Thomas Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cora Thomas Elementary School offer ?
Cora Thomas Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Cora Thomas Elementary School part of?
Cora Thomas Elementary School is part of Lamar CISD School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Cora Thomas Elementary is a very helpful school when you move from another state and don't know where to go or what to do as far as getting your kids registered and enrolled.. The administration, nurse and teachers has made it an enjoyable and helpful transition from Lake Charles, LA. I want to really say thank you for all that you all have done for my kids.
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