Serving 11 students in grades Kindergarten-12, E W Thompson ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 3:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 11 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MO
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
E W Thompson ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
E W Thompson's student population of 11 students has declined by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
11 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Rankings
E W Thompson ranks within the top 30% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of E W Thompson is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#552 out of 2076 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Hispanic
9%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
White
91%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
10%
7%
Showing 2010–2023. View full 16-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is E W Thompson's ranking?
E W Thompson is ranked #552 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend E W Thompson?
11 students attend E W Thompson.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of E W Thompson students are White, and 9% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of E W Thompson?
E W Thompson has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does E W Thompson offer ?
E W Thompson offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is E W Thompson part of?
E W Thompson is part of Mo Schls For The Sev Disabled School District.
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