Serving 440 students in grades 1-5, Cathelene Thomas Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 440 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cathelene Thomas Elementary School's student population of 440 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
440 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cathelene Thomas Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cathelene Thomas Elementary School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4039 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
62%
53%
Black
6%
13%
White
29%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cathelene Thomas Elementary School's ranking?
Cathelene Thomas Elementary School is ranked #4039 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Cathelene Thomas Elementary School?
440 students attend Cathelene Thomas Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Cathelene Thomas Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cathelene Thomas Elementary School?
Cathelene Thomas Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cathelene Thomas Elementary School offer ?
Cathelene Thomas Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5
What school district is Cathelene Thomas Elementary School part of?
Cathelene Thomas Elementary School is part of Slaton Independent School District.
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