Serving 393 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Thurgood Marshall Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 393 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Thurgood Marshall School serves a central area in Irvington, NJ, covering approximately 0.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 0.8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Thurgood Marshall Elementary School's student population of 393 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
393 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Thurgood Marshall Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thurgood Marshall Elementary School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1943 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
11%
Hispanic
24%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
75%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.3%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Mustangs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thurgood Marshall Elementary School's ranking?
Thurgood Marshall Elementary School is ranked #1943 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Thurgood Marshall Elementary School often compared to?
Thurgood Marshall Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Florence Avenue Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Thurgood Marshall Elementary School?
393 students attend Thurgood Marshall Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Thurgood Marshall Elementary School students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thurgood Marshall Elementary School?
Thurgood Marshall Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Thurgood Marshall Elementary School offer ?
Thurgood Marshall Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Thurgood Marshall Elementary School part of?
Thurgood Marshall Elementary School is part of Irvington Public School District.
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