Average
#1452 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 38% in state
Thompson Elementary
Elementary School · HILLSBOROUGH
2020 E SHELL POINT RD, Ruskin, FL 33570
Enrollment
754
Student-Teacher
20.9:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
754
Student-Teacher
20.9:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,452 of 3,778
In Ruskin
#2 of 7
public schools
In district
#95 of 286
HILLSBOROUGH
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Thompson Elementary
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About Thompson Elementary
Thompson Elementary is a public elementary school in Ruskin, FL, part of HILLSBOROUGH. Thompson Elementary serves approximately 754 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 20.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Thompson Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,452 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Thompson Elementary show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- District avg 6.2
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Thompson Elementary runs 20.9:1 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.
44% 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 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
67.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 24 test records from FL 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: 9.7/10.
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
2020 E SHELL POINT RD, Ruskin, FL 33570
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Thompson Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RCMA WIMAUMA COMMUNITY ACADEMY (rated 9.2/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Wimauma), which scores notably higher. Another option is DOROTHY C YORK PK-8 MAGNET SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Apollo Beach), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LITERACY LEADERSHIP TECHNOLOGY ACADEMY SOUTH BAY (rated 7.8/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Ruskin, see our Ruskin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LENNARD HIGH SCHOOL Ruskin | 0.2 mi | 5.6 |
| LITERACY LEADERSHIP TECHNOLOGY ACADEMY SOUTH BAY Ruskin | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| SLAM ACADEMY AT APOLLO BEACH Apollo Beach | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| RUSKIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ruskin | 1.6 mi | 3.3 |
| RUSKIN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Ruskin | 2.4 mi | 7.3 |
| SHIELDS MIDDLE SCHOOL Ruskin | 2.7 mi | 3.6 |
| CYPRESS CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ruskin | 2.8 mi | 6.5 |
| APOLLO BEACH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Apollo Beach | 3.7 mi | 7.8 |
| DOROTHY C YORK PK-8 MAGNET SCHOOL Apollo Beach | 3.5 mi | 8.8 |
| WATERSET CHARTER SCHOOL Apollo Beach | 4.0 mi | 6.1 |
| DOBY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Apollo Beach | 4.7 mi | 5.0 |
| RCMA WIMAUMA COMMUNITY ACADEMY Wimauma | 4.9 mi | 9.2 |
| SOUTH COUNTY CAREER CENTER Ruskin | 5.2 mi | 5.3 |
| BELMONT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sun City Center | 5.2 mi | 6.9 |
| CORR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gibsonton | 5.6 mi | 4.8 |
| EISENHOWER MIDDLE SCHOOL Gibsonton | 5.6 mi | 2.3 |
| EISENHOWER EXCEPTIONAL CENTER Gibsonton | 5.7 mi | — |
| EAST BAY HIGH SCHOOL Gibsonton | 5.7 mi | 5.3 |
| REDDICK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wimauma | 5.4 mi | 4.8 |
| CREEKSIDE CHARTER ACADEMY Riverview | 5.9 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33570 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,048
Median Home Value
$255,400
Median Rent
$1,217/mo
Population
33,676
College Educated
22.4%
Homeownership
74.7%
Avg Commute
32.5 min
Poverty Rate
12.2%
Median Age
36.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BELMONT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sun City Center, FL | 6.9 |
| BRATT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Century, FL | 6.9 |
| BRENTWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sarasota, FL | 6.9 |
| BRONSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bronson, FL | 6.9 |
| COPPERGATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Middleburg, FL | 6.9 |
| CRYSTAL LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lake Mary, FL | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Thompson Elementary
What grades does Thompson Elementary serve?
Thompson Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Thompson Elementary?
Thompson Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 754 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Thompson Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Thompson Elementary is 20.9:1. 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 FL?
Thompson Elementary ranks #1,452 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Thompson Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Thompson Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024).
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?
67.6% 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 754
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 67.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hillsborough County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.9%
- Phone
- (813) 938-1203
Resources & Links
District
HILLSBOROUGH- District Enrollment
- 224,152
- Schools in District
- 305
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,590
- District Rank
- #95 of 286
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