Serving 522 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Thompson ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than 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 39% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 522 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thompson ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Thompson's student population of 522 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
522 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Thompson ranks within the top 30% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thompson is 0.59, 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
#330 out of 1626 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
7%
Hispanic
9%
25%
Black
5%
10%
White
61%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
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 Thompson's ranking?
Thompson is ranked #330 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Thompson often compared to?
Thompsonis often viewed alongside schools like John A Bishop, Hardy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Thompson?
522 students attend Thompson.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Thompson students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thompson?
Thompson has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Thompson offer ?
Thompson offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Thompson part of?
Thompson is part of Arlington School District.
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