Serving 628 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Marshall Thurgood ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 5% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 628 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marshall Thurgood ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Marshall Thurgood's student population of 628 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
628 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
School Rankings
Marshall Thurgood ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marshall Thurgood is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2588 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
36%
15%
Black
56%
14%
White
1%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marshall Thurgood's ranking?
Marshall Thurgood is ranked #2588 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Marshall Thurgood often compared to?
Marshall Thurgoodis often viewed alongside schools like Finletter Thomas K School, Morrison Andrew J School, Lindley Academy Cs At Birney by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Marshall Thurgood?
628 students attend Marshall Thurgood.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Marshall Thurgood students are Black, 36% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marshall Thurgood?
Marshall Thurgood has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Marshall Thurgood offer ?
Marshall Thurgood offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marshall Thurgood part of?
Marshall Thurgood is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Marshall Thurgood located?
Marshall Thurgood is located in the North Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 106 other public schools located in North Philadelphia.
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