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Julian Thomas Elementary School

930 MARTIN LUTHER KING DR, RACINE, WI 53404

About Julian Thomas Elementary School

Julian Thomas Elementary School is known for its supportive approach and strong focus on helping students build confidence. Families often say the school feels steady and approachable, especially for younger learners who need time to adjust. Math proficiency usually remains in the low-40% range, close to schools like Wadewitz and Goodland Elementary, though not as high as Jefferson Lighthouse, which performs stronger in math. Teachers at Julian Thomas spend extra time reinforcing foundational skills, making sure students understand the basics before moving ahead. Parents often compare Julian Thomas with Fratt Elementary, which performs at a similar level, and Schulte Elementary, which tends to sit a bit higher in math consistency. Families with high-achieving students sometimes explore The REAL School later on, but many choose to stay because Julian Thomas offers a caring, predictable environment. Three-bedroom rentals in this part of Racine usually fall between $1,400 and $1,900 depending on the block and home condition. The nearest major high school is Park High School, known for alumni who’ve moved into public service, arts, athletics, and local business roles. Julian Thomas provides a grounded neighborhood school experience.

Julian Thomas Elementary School Contact Information

Address

930 MARTIN LUTHER KING DR, RACINE, WI 53404

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Phone

(262) 664-8400

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 4%
Reading 8%
State average proficiency is 4% in Math and 8% in Reading.
59
Full-time Teachers
9 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
547
Total Students
$70294
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 136 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Julian Thomas Elementary School

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
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Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM, Early Release: Selected Fridays at 12:45 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:45 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 4.6%
Asian 0%
Hispanic 48%
Black 39.9%
Two+ Races 7.4%
Native Am. 1%
White
4.6%
Asian
0%
Hispanic
48%
Black
39.9%
Two+ Races
7.4%
Native Am.
1%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 547
48.5%
265 Female
51.5%
282 Male

Student Population

547 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 9 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

662 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Julian Thomas Elementary recently held its winter reading celebration. A family math discovery night is planned for next month.

FAQ

Q1. What academic support does Julian Thomas Elementary offer?

Ans. Students receive small-group reading and math help to strengthen essential skills.

Q2. How does the school stay connected with families?

Ans. Parents receive newsletters, weekly emails, and simple classroom updates.

Q3. Are enrichment opportunities available for advanced learners?

Ans. Yes, teachers offer extended activities, deeper reading projects, and enrichment tasks when students show readiness.

Q4. Do new students adapt easily to Julian Thomas?

Ans. Most settle in quickly thanks to steady routines and friendly staff.

Q5. Does the school host family engagement events?

Ans. Yes, the school organizes literacy nights, seasonal celebrations, and hands-on learning programs.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

WR

The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

S

The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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