Big Thompson Elementary School

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Big Thompson Elementary School

Public Elementary School | Grade K-5
7702 W Highway 34,  Loveland, CO
Thompson School District
4.0
179 Students
A-
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Math Proficiency
36%
Reading Proficiency
44%

Niche Grade

A-
Academics
A
Teachers
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Reading Proficiency
44%
Math Proficiency
36%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers
14
Full Time Teachers
14
Teachers in First or Second Year
0%

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
22.2%
State Average
25%
Science
62.2%
State Average
30.7%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
179:1

Student Diversity

Male
51.4%
Female
48.6%
White
78.2%
Hispanic
12.8%
Two or more races
6.1%
Native American
1.7%
Black
1.1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

GreatSchools Reviews
4.0 25 Reviews
5.0 parent
4/21/2026
We are nearing the end of our second year at Big T and we have nothing but positive things to say about this *community*! And I say community, because that is how this school feels. The teachers are all so welcoming, know most all students by name, even if they have never been in their class or dire...
5.0 parent
4/21/2026
We could not love Big Thompson more. There are so many aspects of this school that make it perfect match for our family: it's size, location, the history, the environmental engagement, STEM options, teacher engagement. This is exactly the first school experience we wanted.
5.0 parent
3/25/2026
We absolutely love Big T! Big Thompson Elementary has been an incredible school for our family, and we feel so lucky to be part of such a supportive and welcoming community. The staff has been very consistent since we started 5 years ago with turnover being from district budget cuts or retirement. T...
1.0 parent
12/30/2025
We were drawn to this school because of the beautiful campus and the idea of a small school environment. What we got was a culture of “thoughts and prayers “ and “boys will be boys.” Understandably, there was an exodus of good kids and families 2024, when many families came forward with their storie...

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Big Thompson Elementary School is a public school for students in grades K-5 in Loveland, CO and is served by the Thompson School District in Colorado. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 179 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 13:1. Academic records show that 36% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 44% are proficient in reading. Big Thompson Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A- and a GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10. Discover additional schools in the area, like Harold Ferguson High School, Reflections For Youth Academy, Front Range Baptist Academy, and more. Learn more about what Loveland has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Big Thompson Elementary School.

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