Best Schools in Fort Thomas, Arizona
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High · 1 Other
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Fort Thomas Elementary School
Elementary · Fort Thomas Unified District (4221). Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Fort Thomas High School
High · Fort Thomas Unified District (4221). Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
6.4
out of 10
Median Home
$152,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
6.4
out of 10
Median Home
$152,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +2.5 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Fort Thomas schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Fort Thomas
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 rated schools; 3 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fort Thomas Elementary School | 7.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Fort Thomas High School | 5.7 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.4/10
- Median household income
- $101,083
- Median home value
- $152,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 18%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 69%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Fort Thomas compares
Median household income
$101k
142% of Arizona median
Fort Thomas Unified District (4221) runs Fort Thomas's public schools
3 public schools. Fort Thomas Unified District (4221) is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Fort Thomas is a Fort Thomas Unified District (4221) school (3 of 3).
Among 2 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 5.7 to 7.1 — the spread is inside Fort Thomas, not a citywide average.
About Schools in Fort Thomas, Arizona
Fort Thomas, Arizona is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.4 out of 10, schools in Fort Thomas show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Fort Thomas is Fort Thomas Elementary School with a composite score of 7.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Fort Thomas is served by 1 school district: Fort Thomas Unified District (4221). These districts collectively serve 624 students.
Fort Thomas's community shows 18% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $101,083. The poverty rate in the area is 5.3%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 220 students · Pre-K–6th | 7.1 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 261 students · 7th–12th | 5.7 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 28 students · Pre-K–12th | — |
Schools in Fort Thomas
Fort Thomas, Arizona · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$101,083
Median Home Value
$152,500
Population
319
College Educated
18%
Homeownership
69%
Poverty Rate
5.3%
Community Profile
Fort Thomas has a median household income of $101,083. It is a community where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $152,500. The local poverty rate of 5.3% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Arizona
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 1
- Other
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Fort Thomas, Arizona
How many schools are in Fort Thomas, Arizona?
Fort Thomas has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Fort Thomas, Arizona?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Fort Thomas is 6.4 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Fort Thomas, Arizona?
The top-ranked school in Fort Thomas on MySchoolScout is Fort Thomas Elementary School with a composite score of 7.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Fort Thomas, Arizona?
The top-ranked elementary school in Fort Thomas on MySchoolScout is Fort Thomas Elementary School with a composite score of 7.1/10.
What is the best high school in Fort Thomas, Arizona?
The top-ranked high school in Fort Thomas on MySchoolScout is Fort Thomas High School with a composite score of 5.7/10.
How many school districts serve Fort Thomas, Arizona?
Fort Thomas is served by 1 school district: Fort Thomas Unified District (4221).
What is the education level in Fort Thomas, Arizona?
According to Census data, 18% of adults in Fort Thomas have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Fort Thomas, Arizona?
The median household income in Fort Thomas is approximately $101,083 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Fort Thomas, Arizona?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Fort Thomas is 10.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Fort Thomas, Arizona?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Arizona Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.