Thigpen Elementary School serves 417 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 was higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
417 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
100%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
n/a
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Thigpen Elementary School?
417 students attend Thigpen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Thigpen Elementary School students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thigpen Elementary School?
Thigpen Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Thigpen Elementary School offer ?
Thigpen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Thigpen Elementary School part of?
Thigpen Elementary School is part of Mcallen Independent School District.
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