Excellent
#1171 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 12% in state
Wade Thomas Elementary
Elementary School · Ross Valley Elementary
150 Ross Ave., San Anselmo, CA 94960
Enrollment
293
Student-Teacher
24.4:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
293
Student-Teacher
24.4:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,171 of 9,539
In San Anselmo
#2 of 4
public schools
In district
#2 of 5
Ross Valley Elementary
Equity
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Wade Thomas Elementary
Wade Thomas Elementary is a public elementary school in San Anselmo, CA, part of Ross Valley Elementary. Wade Thomas Elementary serves approximately 293 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 24.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Wade Thomas Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,171 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Wade Thomas Elementary show 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 7.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Wade Thomas Elementary runs 24.4:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Wade Thomas Elementary — Students at Wade Thomas Elementary score 78% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
9.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.8/10.
How Wade Thomas Elementary Compares
See how Wade Thomas Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
150 Ross Ave., San Anselmo, CA 94960
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wade Thomas Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ross Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Ross), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Hidden Valley Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Anthony G. Bacich Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Kentfield), with a very similar rating. For more schools in San Anselmo, see our San Anselmo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| St. Anselm School San Anselmo | 0.2 mi | — |
| THE BRANSON SCHOOL Ross | 0.4 mi | 7.0 |
| The Branson School Ross | 0.5 mi | — |
| CHRONOS ACADEMY San Anselmo | 0.6 mi | — |
| SAN ANSELMO MONTESSORI SCHOOL San Anselmo | 0.8 mi | — |
| OAK HILL SCHOOL San Anselmo | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| IRINE M HUNT SCHOOL OF MARIN San Anselmo | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Irene M. Hunt School / Side by Side San Anselmo | 0.9 mi | — |
| Archie Williams High San Anselmo | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Ross Elementary Ross | 0.9 mi | 9.2 |
| Sun Valley Elementary San Rafael | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Brookside Elementary San Anselmo | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Adaline E. Kent Middle Kentfield | 1.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Ross Valley Charter Fairfax | 1.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Terra Linda High San Rafael | 2.1 mi | 7.7 |
| MARIN ACADEMY San Rafael | 1.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Anthony G. Bacich Elementary Kentfield | 2.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Hidden Valley Elementary San Anselmo | 2.4 mi | 9.1 |
| LINDAMOOD-BELL LEARNING PROCESSES SAN RAFAEL San Rafael | 1.9 mi | — |
| MARIN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Kentfield | 2.2 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94960 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$172,332
Median Home Value
$1,589,200
Median Rent
$2,838/mo
Population
15,891
College Educated
72.7%
Homeownership
70.4%
Avg Commute
30.9 min
Poverty Rate
4.7%
Median Age
46.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wade Thomas Elementary
What grades does Wade Thomas Elementary serve?
Wade Thomas Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Wade Thomas Elementary?
Wade Thomas Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 293 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wade Thomas Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Wade Thomas Elementary is 24.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wade Thomas Elementary rank in CA?
Wade Thomas Elementary ranks #1,171 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Wade Thomas Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Wade Thomas Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Wade Thomas Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Wade Thomas Elementary has 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Wade Thomas Elementary a charter school?
No, Wade Thomas Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wade Thomas Elementary a Title I school?
No, Wade Thomas Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wade Thomas Elementary?
9.6% of students at Wade Thomas 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 293
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 9.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Marin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.1%
- Phone
- (415) 454-4603
Resources & Links
District
Ross Valley Elementary- District Enrollment
- 1,739
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,497
- District Rank
- #2 of 5
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