Serving 253 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Thomson Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in District Of Columbia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 19%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 31%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the District Of Columbia state average of 87% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 253 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in DC
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thomson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Thomson Elementary School's student population of 253 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
253 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Thomson Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 220 schools in District Of Columbia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thomson Elementary School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#30 out of 220 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
19%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
10%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
6%
2%
Hispanic
46%
19%
Black
35%
63%
White
9%
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thomson Elementary School's ranking?
Thomson Elementary School is ranked #30 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What schools are Thomson Elementary School often compared to?
Thomson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Seaton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 19% DC state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
How many students attend Thomson Elementary School?
253 students attend Thomson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Thomson Elementary School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thomson Elementary School?
Thomson Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Thomson Elementary School offer ?
Thomson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Thomson Elementary School part of?
Thomson Elementary School is part of District Of Columbia School District.
In what neighborhood is Thomson Elementary School located?
Thomson Elementary School is located in the Northwest Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 74 other public schools located in Northwest Washington.
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