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#1366 of 2,648 schools in NC
Thomasville Primary
Elementary School · Thomasville City Schools
915 E Sunrise Avenue, Thomasville, NC 27360
Enrollment
756
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
756
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#1,366 of 2,648
In Thomasville
#5 of 12
public schools
In district
#1 of 4
Thomasville City Schools
Academic growth
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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Thomasville Primary
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About Thomasville Primary
Thomasville Primary is a public elementary school in Thomasville, NC, part of Thomasville City Schools. Thomasville Primary serves approximately 756 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Thomasville Primary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,366 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Thomasville Primary show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.3 · Average
- District avg 5.0
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Thomasville Primary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
31% of students at Thomasville Primary 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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Thomasville Primary — Students at Thomasville Primary score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 32 test records from NC 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: 7.8/10.
How Thomasville Primary Compares
See how Thomasville Primary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
915 E Sunrise Avenue, Thomasville, NC 27360
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Thomasville Primary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hasty Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hopewell Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Trinity), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Brier Creek Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 5.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Thomasville, see our Thomasville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Liberty Drive Elementary Thomasville | 0.3 mi | 3.8 |
| Thomasville High Thomasville | 1.9 mi | 4.4 |
| Thomasville Middle Thomasville | 1.9 mi | 4.0 |
| Fair Grove Elementary Thomasville | 2.3 mi | 5.4 |
| NEW HOPE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Thomasville | 2.6 mi | 3.5 |
| East Davidson High Thomasville | 3.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Hasty Elementary Thomasville | 3.4 mi | 8.4 |
| Hopewell Elementary School Trinity | 3.0 mi | 8.0 |
| E Lawson Brown Middle Thomasville | 3.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Trinity Middle School Archdale | 3.2 mi | 3.8 |
| Trinity High School Trinity | 3.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Oak Hill Elementary High Point | 4.5 mi | 4.5 |
| GRACE POINT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY High Point | 4.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Wheatmore High School Trinity | 4.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Pilot Elementary Thomasville | 4.2 mi | 5.2 |
| HAYWORTH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL High Point | 5.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Trinity Elementary School Trinity | 4.4 mi | 5.0 |
| HIGH POINT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY High Point | 5.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Brier Creek Elementary Thomasville | 5.7 mi | 7.9 |
| CAROLINA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Thomasville | 5.3 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27360 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,898
Median Home Value
$174,500
Median Rent
$853/mo
Population
48,520
College Educated
16.8%
Homeownership
68.3%
Avg Commute
23.7 min
Poverty Rate
17%
Median Age
40.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Aberdeen Elementary Aberdeen, NC | 6.3 |
| Balfour Elementary Asheboro, NC | 6.3 |
| Barwell Road Elementary Raleigh, NC | 6.3 |
| Carolina Forest Elementary Jacksonville, NC | 6.3 |
| Claxton Elementary Greensboro, NC | 6.3 |
| Endhaven Elementary Charlotte, NC | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Thomasville Primary
What grades does Thomasville Primary serve?
Thomasville Primary serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.
How many students attend Thomasville Primary?
Thomasville Primary has an enrollment of approximately 756 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Thomasville Primary?
The student-teacher ratio at Thomasville Primary is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Thomasville Primary rank in NC?
Thomasville Primary ranks #1,366 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Thomasville Primary's MySchoolScout rating?
Thomasville Primary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Thomasville Primary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Thomasville Primary has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Thomasville Primary a charter school?
No, Thomasville Primary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Thomasville Primary a Title I school?
No, Thomasville Primary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Thomasville Primary?
99.6% of students at Thomasville Primary 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
- Pre-K – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 756
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Davidson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.3%
- Phone
- (336) 474-4160
Resources & Links
District
Thomasville City Schools- District Enrollment
- 2,177
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,066
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
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