Serving 574 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Julian Thomas Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 4% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 574 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Julian Thomas Elementary serves the eastern part of Racine, WI, covering an area of approximately 0.6 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 0.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Julian Thomas Elementary School's student population of 574 students has grown by 48% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
574 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Julian Thomas Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Julian Thomas Elementary School is 0.57, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1937 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
56%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
34%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)55.6%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
6%
4%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Julian Thomas Elementary School's ranking?
Julian Thomas Elementary School is ranked #1937 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Julian Thomas Elementary School?
574 students attend Julian Thomas Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Julian Thomas Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Julian Thomas Elementary School?
Julian Thomas Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Julian Thomas Elementary School offer ?
Julian Thomas Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Julian Thomas Elementary School part of?
Julian Thomas Elementary School is part of Racine Unified School District.
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