Serving 412 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Thompson Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 29% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 412 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thompson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Thompson Elementary School's student population of 412 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
412 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Thompson Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 461 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thompson Elementary School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#46 out of 461 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
1%
5%
White
95%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thompson Elementary School's ranking?
Thompson Elementary School is ranked #46 out of 461 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Thompson Elementary School?
412 students attend Thompson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Thompson Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thompson Elementary School?
Thompson Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Thompson Elementary School offer ?
Thompson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Thompson Elementary School part of?
Thompson Elementary School is part of Thompson 61 School District.
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