Thurgood Marshall Secondary School is a secondary school located in Pasadena, California, United States, at 990 North Allen Avenue, and is part of the Pasadena Unified School District.
Serving 1,689 students in grades 6-12, Marshall Fundamental ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 1,689 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Marshall Fundamental's attendance zone encompasses the entire Pasadena school district, covering approximately 74.2 square miles. Families can typically expect a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 4.2 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 10.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marshall Fundamental ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Marshall Fundamental's student population of 1,689 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
1,689 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1925
School Calendar
School Rankings
Marshall Fundamental ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marshall Fundamental is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4021 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
62%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
21%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
96%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bald Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marshall Fundamental's ranking?
Marshall Fundamental is ranked #4021 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Marshall Fundamental often compared to?
Marshall Fundamentalis often viewed alongside schools like Charles W. Eliot Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Marshall Fundamental?
The graduation rate of Marshall Fundamental is 96%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Marshall Fundamental?
1,689 students attend Marshall Fundamental.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Marshall Fundamental students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marshall Fundamental?
Marshall Fundamental has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Marshall Fundamental offer ?
Marshall Fundamental offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Marshall Fundamental part of?
Marshall Fundamental is part of Pasadena Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Marshall Fundamental located?
Marshall Fundamental is located in the Casa Grande neighborhood of Pasadena, CA.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Very strong academic/AP program, active PTA and a high level of parent involvement, strong music program, a wide variety of sports and other activities, most classrooms renovated less than 10 years ago. Many high-achieving families have chosen this school.
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