Serving 262 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Claude Thompson Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 262 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Claude Thompson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Claude Thompson Elementary School's student population of 262 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
262 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Claude Thompson Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Claude Thompson Elementary School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1233 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45-49%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥50%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
39%
19%
Black
3%
22%
White
50%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Claude Thompson Elementary School's ranking?
Claude Thompson Elementary School is ranked #1233 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Claude Thompson Elementary School often compared to?
Claude Thompson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like W.g. Coleman Elementary School, P.b. Smith Elementary School, Ressie Jeffries Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Claude Thompson Elementary School?
262 students attend Claude Thompson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Claude Thompson Elementary School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Claude Thompson Elementary School?
Claude Thompson Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Claude Thompson Elementary School offer ?
Claude Thompson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Claude Thompson Elementary School part of?
Claude Thompson Elementary School is part of Fauquier County 51爆料s.
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