Serving 548 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Guerrero Thompson ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 548 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Guerrero Thompson serves the northeast part of Austin, TX, covering an area of approximately 0.5 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 7.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Guerrero Thompson's student population of 548 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
548 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Guerrero Thompson ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Guerrero Thompson is 0.13, which is less 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
#4413 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
93%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-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 Guerrero Thompson's ranking?
Guerrero Thompson is ranked #4413 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Guerrero Thompson often compared to?
Guerrero Thompsonis often viewed alongside schools like Oak Springs Elementary School, Baty 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 44% TX state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Guerrero Thompson?
548 students attend Guerrero Thompson.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Guerrero Thompson students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Guerrero Thompson?
Guerrero Thompson has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Guerrero Thompson offer ?
Guerrero Thompson offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Guerrero Thompson part of?
Guerrero Thompson is part of Austin Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Guerrero Thompson located?
Guerrero Thompson is located in the North Lamar neighborhood of Austin, TX. There are 3 other public schools located in North Lamar.
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