Serving 317 students in grades 1-5, Thomson ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 317 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Thomson's student population of 317 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
317 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Sep 2, 2025
Last Day of School
Tue. Jun 16, 2026
School Rankings
Thomson ranks within the top 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thomson is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#706 out of 1626 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
7%
Hispanic
23%
25%
Black
3%
10%
White
65%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thomson's ranking?
Thomson is ranked #706 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Thomson?
317 students attend Thomson.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Thomson students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thomson?
Thomson has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Thomson offer ?
Thomson offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Thomson part of?
Thomson is part of North Andover School District.
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