Serving 360 students in grades 3-5, R E Thompson Intermediate School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 360 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
R E Thompson Intermediate School's student population of 360 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
360 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Educating every student today.....Preparing every student for the opportunities of tomorrow.
School Rankings
R E Thompson Intermediate School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of R E Thompson Intermediate School is 0.56, 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
#409 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
25%
31%
White
61%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.4%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is R E Thompson Intermediate School's ranking?
R E Thompson Intermediate School is ranked #409 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are R E Thompson Intermediate School often compared to?
R E Thompson Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Colbert Heights Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend R E Thompson Intermediate School?
360 students attend R E Thompson Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of R E Thompson Intermediate School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of R E Thompson Intermediate School?
R E Thompson Intermediate School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does R E Thompson Intermediate School offer ?
R E Thompson Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is R E Thompson Intermediate School part of?
R E Thompson Intermediate School is part of Tuscumbia City School District.
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