Serving 830 students in grades 7-8, Thompson Intermediate 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 36% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 830 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Thompson Intermediate School's student population of 830 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
830 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Thompson Intermediate 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 Thompson Intermediate School is 0.49, 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
#3915 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
69%
53%
Black
17%
13%
White
6%
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
57%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thompson Intermediate School's ranking?
Thompson Intermediate School is ranked #3915 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Thompson Intermediate School often compared to?
Thompson Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beverly Hills Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Thompson Intermediate School?
830 students attend Thompson Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Thompson Intermediate School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thompson Intermediate School?
Thompson Intermediate School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Thompson Intermediate School offer ?
Thompson Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Thompson Intermediate School part of?
Thompson Intermediate School is part of Pasadena Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Thompson Intermediate School located?
Thompson Intermediate School is located in the South Belt And Ellington neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 18 other public schools located in South Belt And Ellington.
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