Wade Thomas Elementary

303 Students

Elementary School K - 5th

School Overview

Wade Thomas Elementary School is a prominent public school located in the heart of San Anselmo, California, serving students from kindergarten through fifth grade. As part of the Ross Valley School District, the school is well-regarded for its commitment to academic excellence, fostering a supportive community, and providing a well-rounded educational experience. The campus is situated in a vibrant residential neighborhood, reflecting the community-oriented values of the surrounding Marin County area.

The school emphasizes a holistic approach to learning, focusing on the intellectual, social, and emotional development of its students. With a curriculum designed to challenge and engage, Wade Thomas integrates traditional academics with enrichment programs, often supported by an active parent-teacher community. By prioritizing collaboration, inclusivity, and student-centered instruction, the school aims to prepare children for future success while cultivating a lifelong love for learning within a nurturing environment.

303

Total Students

13.7

Full-Time Teachers

22.1

Student/Teacher Ratio

6.9%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Wade Thomas Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	210
Hispanic	33
Black	2
Asian	20
Two or More	37

White
210 (69.5 %)
Two or More
37 (12.3 %)
Hispanic
33 (10.9 %)
Asian
20 (6.6 %)
Black
2 (0.7 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	N/A
District:	Ross Valley Elementary
Phone:	(415)454-4603
Website:	http://rossvalleyschools.org
Grade Range:	K - 5th
Total Students:	303
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	13.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	22.1
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	21
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 56

Grade 1 48

Grade 2 45

Grade 3 43

Grade 4 48

Grade 5 63