Serving 500 students in grades 5-6, Justice Thurgood Marshall Intrmd ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 500 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Justice Thurgood Marshall Intermediate's attendance zone encompasses the entire district, covering an area of approximately 56.4 square miles in Marion, IN. Most students can expect a typical drive to the school of about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest boundary located 8.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Justice Thurgood Marshall Intrmd's student population of 500 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
500 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Motto
Learning and growth for all students!
School Rankings
Justice Thurgood Marshall Intrmd ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Justice Thurgood Marshall Intrmd is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1432 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
17%
15%
Black
23%
14%
White
44%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Justice Thurgood Marshall Intrmd's ranking?
Justice Thurgood Marshall Intrmd is ranked #1432 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Justice Thurgood Marshall Intrmd?
500 students attend Justice Thurgood Marshall Intrmd.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Justice Thurgood Marshall Intrmd students are White, 23% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Justice Thurgood Marshall Intrmd?
Justice Thurgood Marshall Intrmd has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Justice Thurgood Marshall Intrmd offer ?
Justice Thurgood Marshall Intrmd offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Justice Thurgood Marshall Intrmd part of?
Justice Thurgood Marshall Intrmd is part of Marion Community Schools.
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