What Thompson School District does

Thompson School District is a publicly funded K-12 school district headquartered in Loveland, Colorado, operating across 362 square miles in Larimer and Weld Counties. It is the 16th largest school district in Colorado and the largest employer in its service area, serving students from preschool through grade 12 across more than 30 schools in Loveland, Berthoud, and surrounding communities. The district delivers a broad academic portfolio that includes International Baccalaureate programs (PYP, MYP, DP, CP), 16 career and technical education pathways through the Thompson Career Campus, dual language immersion, STEM and Project Lead the Way curricula, AVID college readiness, the LISA arts program, and online options via Thompson Online (TOL) and SOARS.

The district's technology backbone centers on a 1:1 student device program branded Tech4All, the Infinite Campus learning management system, Xello for career and college readiness, eduCLIMBER for MTSS data analytics, and an Innovation in Schools initiative that includes Digital Learning Cohorts, Innovation Labs, and a district-wide AI Task Force with published AI Guidance. Concurrent enrollment partnerships with Front Range Community College and the University of Colorado (CU Succeed Gold, ASCENT, TREP) extend the postsecondary pathway. The district also participates in the Colorado Asthma-Friendly Schools initiative with Children's Hospital Colorado, impacting health outcomes for over 126,000 students statewide.

As a government entity, Thompson is funded primarily through local property taxes, mill levy overrides, bond proceeds (a 2025 Bond is on the ballot), Colorado per-pupil state aid, and federal Title I–IV grants, with supplemental revenue from athletic and activity fees, nutrition services, and facility rentals. Governance is provided by an elected Board of Education operating under the Strive 2025 strategic plan. Customer-facing channels include direct enrollment, open enrollment, choice enrollment via ScribOrder, and online programs, with community engagement and volunteer programs (VITAL) supporting parent involvement.

Name

Thompson School District

Legal name

Thompson School District

Website

https://thompsonschools.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1972

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

Thompson School District is a publicly funded K-12 public school district headquartered in Loveland, Colorado, serving preschool through grade 12 students across 362 square miles in Larimer and Weld Counties through more than 30 schools and specialized academic, career-technical, and online programs.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

K-12 Public Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (611110), Educational Support Services (6117)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Public School Districts (K–12) (EDADABAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Public Elementary Schools (EDAJAAAB), Public Special Education Schools & Programs (EDAJAAAH), Head Start & Public Pre-K Programs (EDACABAK)

Keywords

• Public K-12 education
• Career technical education
• Dual language immersion
• College readiness programs
• Special education services

Headquarters

HQ city

Loveland

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Public Tax Funding: Primary revenue source from local property taxes and mill levies. The district conducts bond elections (2025 Bond) and mill levy override elections to fund operations and capital improvements.
2. State Education Funding: Per-pupil funding from the Colorado Department of Education based on enrollment and categorical aid programs including Title I, Title II, Title III, and Title IV federal programs.
3. Activity and Athletic Fees: Fees charged for athletic programs, extracurricular activities, and certain course materials. Fee schedules are published and payments processed through Infinite Campus.
4. Nutrition Services: Revenue from school meal programs, including catering services, with free and reduced meal applications available for qualifying families.
5. Facility Rental: Community use of school facilities generates rental fees for community groups and organizations.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Thompson School District is a publicly funded K-12 public school district delivering free preschool through 12th-grade education to students in Loveland, Berthoud, and surrounding Larimer and Weld counties in Colorado. Its core offering is comprehensive educational instruction across 30+ schools, supplemented by specialized academic programs (IB, CTE, dual language, STEM, AP/concurrent enrollment), student support services (special education, MTSS, health/counseling), and digital learning infrastructure through the Tech4All 1:1 program and Xello career-readiness platform.

Product overview

Thompson School District operates a comprehensive educational ecosystem comprising multiple interconnected programs and services. The district offers a unified platform of educational programs including traditional schools across elementary, middle, and high school levels, supplemented by specialized programs such as Thompson Online (TOL) and SOARS for online learning, the Thompson Career Campus for career and technical education, and International Baccalaureate programs for advanced academic learners. The district's Tech4All 1:1 Program provides technology infrastructure supporting digital learning across all offerings. Additional specialized programs include AVID for college readiness, Dual Language immersion, LISA arts program, and STEM initiatives including Project Lead the Way. The district also maintains Innovation Labs and a Digital Learning Cohort to foster technology-enhanced education, supported by Xello career planning software and AI guidance resources.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Thompson Career Campus: Career and technical education facility serving district students
• Thompson Online (TOL)
• Strive 2025
• Loveland-area Integrated School of the Arts (LISA)
• SOARS
• Tech4All

Products and services

• Thompson Online (TOL) An online educational program offering flexible virtual learning options for secondary students within the district who seek alternative delivery to in-person schooling.
• Secondary Options for Achievement Resulting in Success (SOARS) An alternative online program designed to help secondary students achieve academic success through flexible learning pathways.
• AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) A college readiness program designed to close the achievement gap by preparing all students for college readiness and success.
• STEM Program Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics program offering interdisciplinary learning experiences.
• Project Lead the Way Hands-on, project-based STEM curriculum integrated into the district's academic offerings.
• International Baccalaureate (IB) Programs Comprehensive IB program offering Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), Diploma Programme (DP), and Career-related Programme (CP) for students from PK-12.
• Dual Language Program An immersive bilingual education program developing literacy and academic proficiency in both English and Spanish.
• Loveland-area Integrated School of the Arts (LISA) An integrated arts program offering focused training in visual and performing arts within the district.
• Thompson Career Campus A career and technical education facility providing students with hands-on training and industry-relevant skills in various career pathways.
• Tech4All 1:1 Program District-wide 1:1 technology initiative providing students with personal devices to support digital learning, including summer device support, repair services, and affordable internet access.
• Innovation Labs Specialized learning spaces within schools designed to foster innovation, creativity, and technology integration.
• Digital Learning Cohort A collaborative professional development program for educators focusing on digital learning strategies and technology integration.
• Xello Career and Work-Based Learning Software A comprehensive software platform for career exploration, work-based learning management, and college readiness planning used district-wide.
• AI Guidance and AI Task Force District-developed guidance and resources for responsible use of artificial intelligence in education, including parent guides and policy frameworks.

Quantifiable outcome

• 221 schools received Asthma-Friendly School recognition statewide, with 137 nurses engaged and over 126,000 students positively impacted through evidence-based asthma management practices

Named customers1 record

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Children's Hospital ColoradocoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 5 May 2026Co-led the AsthmaCOMP program and Colorado Asthma-Friendly Schools initiative. 221 schools statewide earned recognition, with Thompson School District participating. The program engaged 137 nurses and impacted over 126,000 students through evidence-based asthma management practices aimed at reducing chronic disease-related school absenteeism.
• University of ColoradocoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 5 May 2026Co-led the AsthmaCOMP program with Children's Hospital Colorado in partnership with state health and education agencies. The program aims to reduce chronic disease-related school absenteeism among youth.
• XellocoreTechnology or IntegrationXello career and college readiness software platform used district-wide for student career exploration, work-based learning network connections, and academic planning. Includes student, educator, and family resources.
• Front Range Community CollegecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartnership for concurrent enrollment options allowing high school students to earn college credit. Students can participate in Campus Select and High School Select programs, and FRCC Options program.
• Larimer County WorkforceminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerWorkforce development partnership connecting students with career exploration resources and Launch My Career Colorado tool for career pathway planning.
• Thompson Education FoundationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNonprofit foundation supporting Thompson School District educational programs and initiatives through fundraising and community support.
• Local Business PartnersminorGTM or Marketing PartnerBusiness partnerships supporting work-based learning opportunities including Pathfinder Internship, Pathfinder Apprenticeship, and TSD-sponsored IT technician apprenticeships and internships.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Adams 12 Five Star Schools: Front Range suburban district in the same enrollment tier with similar portfolio of IB, CTE, and dual language programs operating under comparable Colorado funding constraints.
• Boulder Valley School District: Adjacent Front Range district running IB, dual language, and extensive CTE pathways. Useful benchmark for program breadth and equity framework maturity.
• Poudre School District: Neighboring Fort Collins, CO district of comparable scale (similar enrollment band, Larimer County). Most direct operating peer given overlapping geography, demographic profile, and similar CTE/IB offerings.
• St. Vrain Valley Schools: Longmont-area district with strong STEM, IB, and Career Development Center offerings. Larger than Thompson but operates a similar Innovation Center / career-campus model and shares Front Range demographic patterns.
• Mesa County Valley School District 51: Mid-sized Colorado district with regional CTE/IB offerings. Comparable in scale and dependence on similar state funding formulas and mill levy mechanics.
• Greeley-Evans School District 6: Weld County-based district of similar size and demographic mix. Comparable in CTE emphasis, dual language, and concurrent enrollment partnerships with Front Range Community College.

Broad incumbents

• Cherry Creek School District: Larger metro Denver district with an extensive IB and Career & Innovation Academy footprint. Functions as an upper-tier benchmark for what a scaled Colorado district can deliver in programming and technology.
• Douglas County School District: Large Front Range district with a deep STEM/IB portfolio and an active innovation / choice enrollment ecosystem. Comparable on technology-forward K-12 positioning.
• Jefferson County Public Schools: Large Colorado district with extensive IB, magnet, and career pathways programs. Useful comparison for portfolio strategy at greater scale and for open-enrollment competition patterns.

Regional players

• Weld RE-4 School District (Windsor): Weld County district in Thompson's geographic orbit that competes for open-enrollment students. Comparable in growth profile and suburban Colorado demographics, though smaller.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@thompsonschooldistrict7153
• Facebookfacebook.com/thompsonschooldist
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/thompson-school-district
• Instagraminstagram.com/thompsonschooldistrict
• Xx.com/ThompsonR2J

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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M&A

Investments

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