NORMAN M THOMAS EL

FREER ISD
1404 S NORTON
FREER, TX 78357
361 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 5th
School Overview
Norman M. Thomas Elementary School is a public school located in Freer, Texas, serving as part of the Freer Independent School District. Situated in a rural community, the school focuses on providing foundational education to students in the surrounding area, fostering an environment that emphasizes both academic growth and community engagement. As the primary elementary institution for the district, it serves as a central hub for early childhood and elementary development within the region.

The school is dedicated to preparing students for future academic success by following state-mandated curriculum standards while maintaining a supportive, small-town atmosphere. Through its official website, the district provides resources and communication for parents and the community, ensuring transparency regarding school policies and upcoming events. By prioritizing student development and local involvement, Norman M. Thomas Elementary remains an integral part of the educational landscape in Freer.
361
Total Students
26.2
Full-Time Teachers
13.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
89.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • Hispanic
    332 (92.0%)
  • White
    23 (6.4%)
  • Two or More
    2 (0.6%)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.6%)
  • Black
    1 (0.3%)
  • Asian
    1 (0.3%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: N/A
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: FREER ISD
Phone: (361)394-6025
Website: http://www.freerisd.org
Grade Range: Pre-K - 5th
Total Students: 361
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 26.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 323
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
Pre-Kindergarten 66
Kindergarten 51
Grade 1 45
Grade 2 53
Grade 3 49
Grade 4 47
Grade 5 50
Gender Ratio