Serving 540 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Thomas Law Reed Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 540 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Thomas Law Reed Elementary School's student population of 540 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
540 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Kindness is the key
School Mascot
Husky
School Rankings
Thomas Law Reed Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thomas Law Reed Elementary School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3364 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
88%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
7%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Husky
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thomas Law Reed Elementary School's ranking?
Thomas Law Reed Elementary School is ranked #3364 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Thomas Law Reed Elementary School?
540 students attend Thomas Law Reed Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Thomas Law Reed Elementary School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thomas Law Reed Elementary School?
Thomas Law Reed Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Thomas Law Reed Elementary School offer ?
Thomas Law Reed Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Thomas Law Reed Elementary School part of?
Thomas Law Reed Elementary School is part of Kings Canyon Joint Unified School District.
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