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J. P. Thomas Elementary

6001 Weston Avenue, Columbia, SC 29203, United States
+1 (803) 735-3430
2.2
Overall Rating

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J. P. Thomas Elementary Overview

About This School

J. P. Thomas Elementary is a public elementary in Columbia, South Carolina, serving 346 students in grades PK-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate 22% proficiency in ELA and 22% proficiency in math. The school maintains a 12:1 student-teacher ratio with 28 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $81,778. One counselor is available to support the student body. Students at the school are 52% male and 48% female. The demographic breakdown consists of 86% Black, 6% Two or More Races, 4% White, and 3% Hispanic students.

346
Total Students
PK-5
12:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
28 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts22%
Mathematics22%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
PK-5
County
Richland County
Students per Counselor
346:1

J. P. Thomas Elementary Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

22%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 45%State Avg: 52%
22%
Mathematics
City Avg: 33%State Avg: 42%
N/A
Science

Class Information

12:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 12.8:1
State Avg: 13.4:1
346
Students per Counselor

J. P. Thomas Elementary Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
28

Average Teacher Salary

$81,778
City Avg: $77,528
State Avg: $67,340

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Students per Counselor346:1

J. P. Thomas Elementary Student Demographics

Student Body

52.02%
Male
47.98%
Female
Total Enrollment: 346 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White4.05%
Hispanic3.18%
Asian0.29%
Black86.13%
Two or More Races5.78%
Native American0%

J. P. Thomas Elementary Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About J. P. Thomas Elementary

Q: What is J. P. Thomas Elementary?

A: J. P. Thomas Elementary is a elementary public located in Columbia.

Q: How many students attend J. P. Thomas Elementary?

A: J. P. Thomas Elementary has approximately 346 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at J. P. Thomas Elementary?

A: The student-teacher ratio at J. P. Thomas Elementary is 12:1.

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Detailed Information about J. P. Thomas Elementary

J. P. Thomas Elementary is a public elementary in Columbia, South Carolina, serving 346 students in grades PK-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate 22% proficiency in ELA and 22% proficiency in math. The school maintains a 12:1 student-teacher ratio with 28 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $81,778. One counselor is available to support the student body. Students at the school are 52% male and 48% female. The demographic breakdown consists of 86% Black, 6% Two or More Races, 4% White, and 3% Hispanic students.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
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About J. P. Thomas Elementary - Columbia, SC

Quick Facts about J. P. Thomas Elementary
School NameJ. P. Thomas Elementary
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsPK-5
Location6001 Weston Avenue, Columbia, SC 29203, Columbia, SC
CountyRichland County
Phone+1 (803) 735-3430
Total Students346
Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Full-Time Teachers28
Rating2.2/10
ELA Proficiency22%
Math Proficiency22%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about J. P. Thomas Elementary

What is J. P. Thomas Elementary?

J. P. Thomas Elementary is a elementary public located in Columbia.

How many students attend J. P. Thomas Elementary?

J. P. Thomas Elementary has approximately 346 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at J. P. Thomas Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at J. P. Thomas Elementary is 12:1.

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