Serving 456 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Thomson Estates Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 12% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 456 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thomson Estates Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Thomson Estates Elementary School's student population of 456 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
456 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Thomson Estates Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thomson Estates Elementary School is 0.73, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#982 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
20%
24%
Black
20%
32%
White
40%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
18%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Cecil County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thomson Estates Elementary School's ranking?
Thomson Estates Elementary School is ranked #982 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Thomson Estates Elementary School often compared to?
Thomson Estates Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gilpin Manor Elementary School, Holly Hall Elementary School, Cecil Manor Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Thomson Estates Elementary School?
456 students attend Thomson Estates Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Thomson Estates Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thomson Estates Elementary School?
Thomson Estates Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Thomson Estates Elementary School offer ?
Thomson Estates Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Thomson Estates Elementary School part of?
Thomson Estates Elementary School is part of Cecil County School District.
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