A C THOMPSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

A C Thompson Elem School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Rockford SD 205 school district, located in Rockford, IL with about 280 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 18 teachers, A C Thompson Elem School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

A.C. Thompson Elementary School, located on Marion Avenue in Rockford, Illinois, serves as a neighborhood school within the Rockford Public School District (District 205). The school focuses on providing foundational primary education to a diverse student population, emphasizing core academic subjects such as literacy, mathematics, and social-emotional development. Like many schools in the district, A.C. Thompson strives to foster a supportive learning environment that encourages student engagement and academic growth during the critical formative years of elementary school.

In addition to its academic curriculum, A.C. Thompson is integrated into the broader Rockford community, working to partner with families to address the unique needs of its student body. The school typically offers various resources and programs designed to promote inclusivity and community building, aiming to prepare its students for a successful transition to middle school. By maintaining a focus on both instructional quality and the well-being of its students, the school plays a vital role in the neighborhood's educational landscape.

For more information, contact A C Thompson Elem School at (815) 229-2830 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.