Serving 292 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Wade Thomas Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 292 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Wade Thomas Elementary serves the southeastern part of San Anselmo, CA, covering an area of approximately 1.5 square miles. Families can typically expect a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wade Thomas Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Wade Thomas Elementary School's student population of 292 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
292 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
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School Calendar
School Rankings
Wade Thomas Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wade Thomas Elementary School is 0.43, 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
#276 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
34%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
47%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
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Asian
3%
12%
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Hispanic
12%
56%
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Black
1%
5%
White
74%
20%
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Two or more races
10%
6%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
54%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
1%
7%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wade Thomas Elementary School's ranking?
Wade Thomas Elementary School is ranked #276 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Wade Thomas Elementary School often compared to?
Wade Thomas Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brookside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Wade Thomas Elementary School?
292 students attend Wade Thomas Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Wade Thomas Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wade Thomas Elementary School?
Wade Thomas Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Wade Thomas Elementary School offer ?
Wade Thomas Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Wade Thomas Elementary School part of?
Wade Thomas Elementary School is part of Ross Valley Elementary School District.
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