Serving 435 students in grades 1-5, Cathelene Thomas Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 435 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cathelene Thomas Elementary School's student population of 435 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
435 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
SUCCESS IS MEASURED IN MANY WAYS
School Rankings
Cathelene Thomas Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cathelene Thomas Elementary School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3981 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
64%
54%
Black
4%
13%
White
29%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cathelene Thomas Elementary School's ranking?
Cathelene Thomas Elementary School is ranked #3981 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Cathelene Thomas Elementary School?
435 students attend Cathelene Thomas Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Cathelene Thomas Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cathelene Thomas Elementary School?
Cathelene Thomas Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cathelene Thomas Elementary School offer ?
Cathelene Thomas Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5
What school district is Cathelene Thomas Elementary School part of?
Cathelene Thomas Elementary School is part of Slaton Independent School District.
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