Below Average
#1705 of 2,105 schools in WI
Julian Thomas Elementary
Elementary School · Racine Unified School District
930 Martin Luther King Dr, Racine, WI 53404
Enrollment
547
Student-Teacher
9.3:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
547
Student-Teacher
9.3:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wisconsin schools
#1,705 of 2,105
In Racine
#12 of 25
public schools
In district
#13 of 25
Racine Unified School District
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Julian Thomas Elementary
Elementary School in Racine · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
21st Century Preparatory School
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About Julian Thomas Elementary
Julian Thomas Elementary is a public elementary school in Racine, WI, part of Racine Unified School District. Julian Thomas Elementary serves approximately 547 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Julian Thomas Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,705 of 2,105 schools in WI.
Structured state assessment records for Julian Thomas Elementary show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 4.7
- WI avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Julian Thomas Elementary 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.
At 9.3:1 students to teachers, Julian Thomas Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
58% of students at Julian Thomas 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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Julian Thomas Elementary — Students at Julian Thomas Elementary score 11% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
88.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)
Based on 34 test records from WI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 6.1/10.
How Julian Thomas Elementary Compares
See how Julian Thomas Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
930 Martin Luther King Dr, Racine, WI 53404
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Julian Thomas Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RENAISSANCE SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is WISCONSIN LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Racine, see our Racine schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 21st Century Preparatory School Racine | 0.3 mi | 3.0 |
| Racine Youthful Offender Warren Young High Racine | 0.3 mi | 2.7 |
| Jefferson Lighthouse Elementary Racine | 0.5 mi | 3.9 |
| Red Apple Elementary Racine | 0.6 mi | 5.3 |
| RACINE LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Racine | 0.5 mi | 7.4 |
| SMALL WORLD MONTESSORI Racine | 0.7 mi | — |
| WISCONSIN LUTHERAN SCHOOL Racine | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Racine | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| SIENA CATHOLIC SCHOOLS OF RACINE Racine | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| JOHN PAUL II ACADEMY Racine | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Racine | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Gilmore Fine Arts School Racine | 0.9 mi | 4.4 |
| Walden III High Racine | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Racine Alternative Learning Racine | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Park High Racine | 1.1 mi | 3.3 |
| Roosevelt Elementary Racine | 1.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Horlick High Racine | 1.2 mi | 4.0 |
| RENAISSANCE SCHOOL Racine | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Wadewitz Elementary Racine | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Bull Early Education Center Racine | 1.8 mi | 4.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 53404 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$47,714
Median Home Value
$126,800
Median Rent
$968/mo
Population
12,438
College Educated
12.8%
Homeownership
49.1%
Avg Commute
25.1 min
Poverty Rate
24.3%
Median Age
28.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALBA - Academia de Lenguaje y Bellas Artes Milwaukee, WI | 4.8 |
| HOPE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL SEUPER Milwaukee, WI | 4.8 |
| HOPE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL: FIDELIS Milwaukee, WI | 4.8 |
| Humke Elementary Nekoosa, WI | 4.8 |
| La Causa Charter School Milwaukee, WI | 4.8 |
| Leopold Elementary Madison, WI | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Julian Thomas Elementary
What grades does Julian Thomas Elementary serve?
Julian Thomas Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Julian Thomas Elementary?
Julian Thomas Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 547 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Julian Thomas Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Julian Thomas Elementary is 9.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Julian Thomas Elementary rank in WI?
Julian Thomas Elementary ranks #1,705 of 2,105 schools in WI.
What is Julian Thomas Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Julian Thomas Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Julian Thomas Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Julian Thomas Elementary has 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Julian Thomas Elementary a charter school?
No, Julian Thomas Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Julian Thomas Elementary a Title I school?
No, Julian Thomas Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Julian Thomas Elementary?
88.7% of students at Julian 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 547
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 59
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Racine County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 58.3%
- Phone
- (262) 664-8400
Resources & Links
District
Racine Unified School District- District Enrollment
- 15,963
- Schools in District
- 27
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,095
- District Rank
- #13 of 25
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