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#3991 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 42% in state
Thompson Elementary
Elementary School · San Bernardino City Unified
7401 Church Ave., Highland, CA 92346
Enrollment
451
Student-Teacher
19.6:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
451
Student-Teacher
19.6:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,991 of 9,539
In Highland
#6 of 13
public schools
In district
#23 of 71
San Bernardino City Unified
School environment
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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Thompson Elementary
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About Thompson Elementary
Thompson Elementary is a public elementary school in Highland, CA, part of San Bernardino City Unified. Thompson Elementary serves approximately 451 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 19.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Thompson Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,991 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Thompson Elementary show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
42% of students at Thompson Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Thompson Elementary — Students at Thompson Elementary score 33% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.5/10.
How Thompson Elementary Compares
See how Thompson Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
7401 Church Ave., Highland, CA 92346
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Thompson Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Highland Grove Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Arroyo Verde Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Emmerton Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby San Bernardino), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Highland, see our Highland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST ADELAIDE ACADEMY Highland | 0.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Cole Elementary Highland | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| HIGHLAND CHURCH DAY CARE CENTER Highland | 0.9 mi | — |
| Highland Pacific Elementary Highland | 0.9 mi | 3.7 |
| San Andreas High Highland | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Cypress Elementary Highland | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Oehl Elementary Highland | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Highland Grove Elementary Highland | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Beattie Middle Highland | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| St. Adelaide School Highland | 1.3 mi | — |
| New Vision Middle Ontario | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Entrepreneur High Ontario | 1.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Serrano Middle Highland | 1.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Lankershim Elementary Highland | 1.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Arroyo Verde Elementary Highland | 1.8 mi | 7.0 |
| San Gorgonio High San Bernardino | 2.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Emmerton Elementary San Bernardino | 2.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Colonel Joseph C. Rodriguez PREP Academy San Bernardino | 2.2 mi | 8.9 |
| Warm Springs Elementary San Bernardino | 2.2 mi | 5.6 |
| iEmpire Academy Ontario | 2.3 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92346 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,818
Median Home Value
$461,500
Median Rent
$1,654/mo
Population
56,956
College Educated
25.2%
Homeownership
67.4%
Avg Commute
28.4 min
Poverty Rate
12.3%
Median Age
36
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Thompson Elementary
What grades does Thompson Elementary serve?
Thompson Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Thompson Elementary?
Thompson Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 451 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Thompson Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Thompson Elementary is 19.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Thompson Elementary rank in CA?
Thompson Elementary ranks #3,991 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Thompson Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Thompson Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Thompson Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Thompson Elementary has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Thompson Elementary a charter school?
No, Thompson Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Thompson Elementary a Title I school?
No, Thompson Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Thompson Elementary?
84.5% of students at Thompson Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 451
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Bernardino County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.5%
- Phone
- (909) 388-6512
Resources & Links
District
San Bernardino City Unified- District Enrollment
- 44,712
- Schools in District
- 76
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,064
- District Rank
- #23 of 71
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