Serving 898 students in grades 4-5, Thompson Intermediate School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 48% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 898 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thompson Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Thompson Intermediate School's student population of 898 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
898 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Thompson Intermediate School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thompson Intermediate School is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#220 out of 1285 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
22%
11%
Black
22%
32%
White
53%
52%
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
45%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thompson Intermediate School's ranking?
Thompson Intermediate School is ranked #220 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Thompson Intermediate School often compared to?
Thompson Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Calera Intermediate School, Pelham Oaks, Chelsea Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Thompson Intermediate School?
898 students attend Thompson Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Thompson Intermediate School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thompson Intermediate School?
Thompson Intermediate School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Thompson Intermediate School offer ?
Thompson Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is Thompson Intermediate School part of?
Thompson Intermediate School is part of Alabaster City School District.
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