Serving 134 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Thurgood Marshall Academy Lower School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 134 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Thurgood Marshall Academy Lower School serves a large area in New York, NY, covering approximately 468.2 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with the farthest edge located about 28.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Thurgood Marshall Academy Lower School's student population of 134 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
134 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2001
School Calendar
School Motto
“There are no true limits as long as WE believe in ourself” — TMALS School Creed
School Rankings
Thurgood Marshall Academy Lower School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thurgood Marshall Academy Lower School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3065 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Hispanic
20%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
76%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)84.3%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thurgood Marshall Academy Lower School's ranking?
Thurgood Marshall Academy Lower School is ranked #3065 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Thurgood Marshall Academy Lower School?
134 students attend Thurgood Marshall Academy Lower School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Thurgood Marshall Academy Lower School students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thurgood Marshall Academy Lower School?
Thurgood Marshall Academy Lower School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Thurgood Marshall Academy Lower School offer ?
Thurgood Marshall Academy Lower School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Thurgood Marshall Academy Lower School part of?
Thurgood Marshall Academy Lower School is part of New York City Geographic District # 5.
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