Serving 389 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Thomas Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (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 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 389 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thomas Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Thomas Elementary School's student population of 389 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
389 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
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 Thomas Elementary School is 0.68, which is more 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
#2786 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
42%
53%
Black
32%
13%
White
21%
25%
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
77%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thomas Elementary School's ranking?
Thomas Elementary School is ranked #2786 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?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Thomas Elementary School?
389 students attend Thomas Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Thomas Elementary School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Black, 21% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thomas Elementary School?
Thomas Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Thomas Elementary School offer ?
Thomas Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Thomas Elementary School part of?
Thomas Elementary School is part of Abilene Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Thomas Elementary School located?
Thomas Elementary School is located in the Lytle Area neighborhood of Abilene, TX.
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