Serving 511 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Guerrero Thompson ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 511 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Guerrero Thompson ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Guerrero Thompson's student population of 511 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
511 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Guerrero Thompson ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Guerrero Thompson is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3502 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
90%
53%
Black
5%
13%
White
2%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Guerrero Thompson's ranking?
Guerrero Thompson is ranked #3502 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Guerrero Thompson often compared to?
Guerrero Thompsonis often viewed alongside schools like Oak Springs Elementary School, Baty Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Guerrero Thompson?
511 students attend Guerrero Thompson.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Guerrero Thompson students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Guerrero Thompson?
Guerrero Thompson has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Guerrero Thompson offer ?
Guerrero Thompson offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Guerrero Thompson part of?
Guerrero Thompson is part of Austin Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Guerrero Thompson located?
Guerrero Thompson is located in the North Lamar neighborhood of Austin, TX. There are 3 other public schools located in North Lamar.
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