Serving 19 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Thompson Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 19 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Thompson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
Student Attention
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Thompson Elementary School's student population of 19 students has grown by 11% 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
19 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Thompson Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thompson Elementary School is 0.34, 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
#2597 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
21%
12%
Hispanic
79%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
26%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Thompson Elementary School's ranking?
Thompson Elementary School is ranked #2597 out of 9,523 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 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Thompson Elementary School?
19 students attend Thompson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Thompson Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 21% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thompson Elementary School?
Thompson Elementary School has a student ration of 6:1, 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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