Serving 468 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Thurgood Marshall Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 468 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thurgood Marshall Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Thurgood Marshall Elementary School's student population of 468 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
468 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Thurgood Marshall Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thurgood Marshall Elementary School is 0.79, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#200 out of 2113 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
17%
9%
Hispanic
14%
26%
Black
23%
5%
White
29%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
17%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thurgood Marshall Elementary School's ranking?
Thurgood Marshall Elementary School is ranked #200 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Thurgood Marshall Elementary School often compared to?
Thurgood Marshall Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Leschi Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Thurgood Marshall Elementary School?
468 students attend Thurgood Marshall Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of Thurgood Marshall Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 17% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Two or more races, and 14% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thurgood Marshall Elementary School?
Thurgood Marshall Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
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 Seattle School District No. 1.
In what neighborhood is Thurgood Marshall Elementary School located?
Thurgood Marshall Elementary School is located in the Central District neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 5 other public schools located in Central District.
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