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#3223 of 8,552 schools in TX

Top 38% in state

H S Thompson Learning Center

Elementary School · DALLAS ISD

5700 BEXAR ST, Dallas, TX 75215

Enrollment

483

Student-Teacher

13.1:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#3,223 of 8,552

In Dallas

#163 of 374

public schools

In district

#120 of 235

DALLAS ISD

Academic growth

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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H S Thompson Learning Center

7.0/10

Elementary School in Dallas · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About H S Thompson Learning Center

H S Thompson Learning Center is a public elementary school in Dallas, TX, part of DALLAS ISD. H S Thompson Learning Center serves approximately 483 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. H S Thompson Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,223 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for H S Thompson Learning Center show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.0
  • TX avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at H S Thompson Learning Center 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.

36% of students at H S Thompson Learning Center 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.8Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change+1.97 pts/yr
Data Period2022–2024
TrendImproving
Academics2.2Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency19% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-26.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-35.3 pts
Overall Proficiency18% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-14.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile6th
Resources & Environment7.1Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,470
Chronic Absenteeism35.6%

H S Thompson Learning Center — Students at H S Thompson Learning Center score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

98.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 12.3% (multi-year average, 2022-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 19.8% (multi-year average, 2022-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 4 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2022
Math
7.5%
ELA
20.6%
2024
Math
17%
ELA
19%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.8/10.

How H S Thompson Learning Center Compares

See how H S Thompson Learning Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.0/10
62th percentile in TX
Academic
2.2/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
9.8/10
Excellent
Environment
7.1/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
99%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
35.6%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

5700 BEXAR ST, Dallas, TX 75215

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering H S Thompson Learning Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ASCHER SILBERSTEIN EL (rated 8.6/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is J P STARKS EL (rated 8.1/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST PHILIPS SCHOOL & COMMUNITY CENTER (rated 7.4/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Dallas, see our Dallas schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
LINCOLN HUMANITIES/COMMUNICATIONS MAGNET HIGH SCH Dallas 0.6 mi 3.7
CHARLES RICE LEARNING CENTER Dallas 0.9 mi 6.5
JOSEPH J RHOADS LEARNING CENTER Dallas 1.3 mi 2.2
ST ANTHONY ACADEMY Dallas 1.3 mi 5.9
ST ANTHONY SCHOOL Dallas 1.3 mi 6.2
DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR ARTS ACADEMY Dallas 1.6 mi 7.2
ST PHILIPS SCHOOL & COMMUNITY CENTER Dallas 1.6 mi 7.4
JAMES MADISON H S Dallas 1.9 mi 5.9
THE KING'S ACADEMY Dallas 1.8 mi 5.1
IRMA RANGEL YOUNG WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP SCHOOL Dallas 2.0 mi 8.2
PAUL L DUNBAR LEARNING CENTER Dallas 2.0 mi 7.1
CORNERSTONE CROSSROADS ACADEMY Dallas 1.9 mi
J P STARKS EL Dallas 2.0 mi 8.1
BILLY EARL DADE MIDDLE Dallas 2.1 mi 5.4
JOHN LEWIS SOCIAL JUSTICE ACADEMY AT O W HOLMES Dallas 2.4 mi 6.9
WILLIAM B MILLER EL Dallas 2.4 mi 5.4
ASCHER SILBERSTEIN EL Dallas 2.5 mi 8.6
CEDAR CREST EL Dallas 2.4 mi 6.8
SOUTHWEST ADVENTIST JUNIOR ACADEMY Dallas 2.5 mi
FRANKLIN D ROOSEVELT H S OF INNOVATION Dallas 2.5 mi 3.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 75215 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$41,388

Median Home Value

$137,700

Median Rent

$1,209/mo

Population

18,840

College Educated

16.7%

Homeownership

34.7%

Avg Commute

23.4 min

Poverty Rate

27.6%

Median Age

37.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about H S Thompson Learning Center

What grades does H S Thompson Learning Center serve?

H S Thompson Learning Center serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend H S Thompson Learning Center?

H S Thompson Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 483 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at H S Thompson Learning Center?

The student-teacher ratio at H S Thompson Learning Center is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does H S Thompson Learning Center rank in TX?

H S Thompson Learning Center ranks #3,223 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is H S Thompson Learning Center's MySchoolScout rating?

H S Thompson Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 H S Thompson Learning Center?

Based on loaded state assessment records, H S Thompson Learning Center has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).

Is H S Thompson Learning Center a charter school?

No, H S Thompson Learning Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is H S Thompson Learning Center a Title I school?

No, H S Thompson Learning Center is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for H S Thompson Learning Center?

98.6% of students at H S Thompson Learning Center 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
39 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
39 Some Transit
Bike Score
57 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
483
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Free/Reduced Lunch
98.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Dallas County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
35.6%

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