Fort Thomas Elementary School

Fort Thomas Elementary School is a regular public elementary school nestled in the remote rural area of Fort Thomas, Arizona. Serving preschool through sixth grade, the school has an enrollment of 220 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 10.5:1, with 21 full-time equivalent teachers. The school’s MySchoolScout rating is 4.6 out of 10, and it ranks 1321st out of 2029 schools in Arizona, placing it in the 35th percentile.

Academically, the school has an overall score of 2.8 out of 10, with 17% of students proficient in both ELA/reading and math. While the academic performance shows room for improvement, the school is dedicated to student development and growth in a supportive rural community. Fort Thomas Elementary School is located in a close-knit area with a median household income of $68,295 and a median home value of $153,100.

The neighborhood is home to a small population of 340 residents, with 17% holding a bachelor's degree or higher and a low poverty rate of 4.4%.

While current test scores at Fort Thomas Elementary School are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.

Located in a rural area, Fort Thomas Elementary School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.