Serving 549 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Thompson Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 549 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Thompson Elementary School serves the southwest part of Grandview, WA, encompassing an area of approximately 9.1 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of about 3.1 miles to the school from the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thompson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Thompson Elementary School's student population of 549 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
549 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Thompson Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thompson Elementary School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1016 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
91%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 1991–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
7%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thompson Elementary School's ranking?
Thompson Elementary School is ranked #1016 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Thompson Elementary School?
549 students attend Thompson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Thompson Elementary School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thompson Elementary School?
Thompson Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Thompson Elementary School offer ?
Thompson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Thompson Elementary School part of?
Thompson Elementary School is part of Grandview School District.
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