Serving 701 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lance Thompson Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas 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 Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 701 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lance Thompson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lance Thompson Elementary School's student population of 701 students has grown by 49% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 41% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
701 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
Lance Thompson Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lance Thompson Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#1020 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
6%
Hispanic
19%
54%
Black
5%
13%
White
56%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
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 Lance Thompson Elementary School's ranking?
Lance Thompson Elementary School is ranked #1020 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Lance Thompson Elementary School?
701 students attend Lance Thompson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Lance Thompson Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lance Thompson Elementary School?
Lance Thompson Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lance Thompson Elementary School offer ?
Lance Thompson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Lance Thompson Elementary School part of?
Lance Thompson Elementary School is part of Northwest Independent School District.
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