THOMAS EL
THOMAS EL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the PLANO ISD school district, located in PLANO, TX with about 663 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 58 teachers, THOMAS EL has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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.
THOMAS ELementary School is a public primary school located in Plano, Texas, serving students as part of the Plano Independent School District (PISD). Situated in a residential area of West Plano, the school is known for being an integral part of a district consistently recognized for its academic rigor and strong community support. Like other schools within PISD, THOMAS ELementary focuses on providing a comprehensive curriculum that balances core academic subjects—such as mathematics, science, reading, and social studies—with enrichment opportunities aimed at fostering student growth.
The school operates under the mission of the Plano Independent School District, which emphasizes preparing students for success in a global society through high-quality instruction and a supportive learning environment. THOMAS ELementary typically benefits from the district’s robust resources, including technology integration, dedicated professional development for staff, and a wide variety of extracurricular activities. For families seeking detailed information regarding enrollment, specific school-wide events, or academic programs, the district’s website at [www.pisd.edu](http://www.pisd.edu) serves as the primary portal for updates and administrative resources.
For more information, contact THOMAS EL at (469) 752-3500 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
PLANO, TX 75023-3002
(469) 752-3500
http://www.pisd.edu
THOMAS EL is a public Title I school in PLANO, TX with about 663 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Texas
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- PLANO ISD
- Total Students:
- 663
- Teachers:
- 58.05
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 663 students
- Hispanic/Latino
- 48.9%
- White
- 25.2%
- Black or African American
- 17.5%
- Asian
- 5.1%
- Two or more races
- 3.2%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Female
- 49.0%
- Male
- 51.0%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.