Thompson Elementary School serves 10 students in grades Kindergarten-8.
Thompson Elementary School placed in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 3:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 10 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thompson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Thompson Elementary School's student population of 10 students has declined by 67% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
10 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Thompson Elementary School is ranked within the top 30% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Thompson Elementary School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#840 out of 3649 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
3:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
30%
12%
Hispanic
60%
56%
Black
10%
5%
White
n/a
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
20%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thompson Elementary School's ranking?
Thompson Elementary School is ranked #840 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Thompson Elementary School often compared to?
Thompson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Victress Bower School For Exceptional Students, Yellen Learning Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
How many students attend Thompson Elementary School?
10 students attend Thompson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Thompson Elementary School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Asian, and 10% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thompson Elementary School?
Thompson Elementary School has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Thompson Elementary School offer ?
Thompson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Thompson Elementary School part of?
Thompson Elementary School is part of El Monte City School District.
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