Very Good
#297 of 863 schools in MS
Top 34% in state
Based on limited data
Thomas Street Elementary School
Elementary School · TUPELO PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST
520 S Thomas Street, Tupelo, MS 38801
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 8 schools in Tupelo. Learn more
Enrollment
376
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Enrollment
376
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Mississippi schools
#297 of 863
In Tupelo
#8 of 12
public schools
In district
#8 of 12
TUPELO PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST
School environment
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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Thomas Street Elementary School
Elementary School in Tupelo · grades Kindergarten – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Thomas Street Elementary School
Thomas Street Elementary School is a public elementary school in Tupelo, MS, part of TUPELO PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST. Thomas Street Elementary School serves approximately 376 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-2nd, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Thomas Street Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #297 of 863 schools in MS.
Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 7.3
- MS avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 9.6:1 students to teachers, Thomas Street Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
69.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Thomas Street Elementary School Compares
See how Thomas Street Elementary School 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
520 S Thomas Street, Tupelo, MS 38801
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Thomas Street Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RANKIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is JOYNER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PARKWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Tupelo, see our Tupelo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RANKIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tupelo | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| PARKWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tupelo | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| PIERCE STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tupelo | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| TUPELO MIDDLE SCHOOL Tupelo | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| LAKEVIEW BAPTIST ACADEMY Tupelo | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| HARRISBURG DAY SCHOOL Tupelo | 1.5 mi | — |
| TUPELO HIGH SCHOOL Tupelo | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| LAWNDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tupelo | 2.1 mi | 7.5 |
| JOYNER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tupelo | 2.0 mi | 7.6 |
| MILAM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tupelo | 1.9 mi | 7.3 |
| CALVARY BAPTIST KINDERGARTEN & PRESCHOOL Tupelo | 2.2 mi | — |
| FIRST BAPTIST DAY SCHOOL AND KINDERGARTEN Tupelo | 2.2 mi | — |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION CENTER Tupelo | 2.9 mi | 5.0 |
| CARVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tupelo | 2.8 mi | 7.4 |
| VERONA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Verona | 3.6 mi | 4.9 |
| LAWHON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tupelo | 3.7 mi | 6.9 |
| TUPELO CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tupelo | 4.6 mi | 8.0 |
| PLANTERSVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Plantersville | 5.7 mi | 4.2 |
| SHANNON HIGH SCHOOL Shannon | 8.7 mi | 2.7 |
| SHANNON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Shannon | 8.8 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 38801 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,447
Median Home Value
$187,600
Median Rent
$954/mo
Population
29,817
College Educated
28.8%
Homeownership
61%
Avg Commute
19.4 min
Poverty Rate
15.8%
Median Age
35.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BUCKATUNNA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Buckatunna, MS | 7.2 |
| MARY REID SCHOOL (K-4) Potts Camp, MS | 7.2 |
| THREE RIVERS ELEMENTARY Gulfport, MS | 7.2 |
| BRUCE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bruce, MS | 7.3 |
| MC NEAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Canton, MS | 7.3 |
| PURVIS LOWER ELEMENTARY Purvis, MS | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Thomas Street Elementary School
What grades does Thomas Street Elementary School serve?
Thomas Street Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 2nd.
How many students attend Thomas Street Elementary School?
Thomas Street Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 376 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Thomas Street Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Thomas Street Elementary School is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Thomas Street Elementary School rank in MS?
Thomas Street Elementary School ranks #297 of 863 schools in MS.
What is Thomas Street Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Thomas Street Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Thomas Street Elementary School a charter school?
No, Thomas Street Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Thomas Street Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Thomas Street Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Thomas Street Elementary School?
69.4% of students at Thomas Street Elementary School 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 – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 376
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 69.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Lee County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.1%
- Phone
- (662) 841-8960
Resources & Links
District
TUPELO PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST- District Enrollment
- 7,134
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,155
- District Rank
- #8 of 12
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