Serving 751 students in grades 6-8, Thurgood Marshall Fundamental ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 751 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thurgood Marshall Fundamental ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Thurgood Marshall Fundamental's student population of 751 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
751 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1950
School Calendar
Average Class Size
24 students
School Rankings
Thurgood Marshall Fundamental ranks within the top 30% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thurgood Marshall Fundamental is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#924 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
45%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
34%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.8%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thurgood Marshall Fundamental's ranking?
Thurgood Marshall Fundamental is ranked #924 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Thurgood Marshall Fundamental often compared to?
Thurgood Marshall Fundamentalis often viewed alongside schools like John Hopkins Middle School, Madeira Beach Fundamental K-8, James B. Sanderlin K-8 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Thurgood Marshall Fundamental?
751 students attend Thurgood Marshall Fundamental.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Thurgood Marshall Fundamental students are Black, 34% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thurgood Marshall Fundamental?
Thurgood Marshall Fundamental has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Thurgood Marshall Fundamental offer ?
Thurgood Marshall Fundamental offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Thurgood Marshall Fundamental part of?
Thurgood Marshall Fundamental is part of Pinellas School District.
In what neighborhood is Thurgood Marshall Fundamental located?
Thurgood Marshall Fundamental is located in the Childs Park neighborhood of Saint Petersburg, FL. There are 2 other public schools located in Childs Park.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
I would not recommend this school for any child who is gifted, and interested in learning. Teachers spend a great deal of time trying to get control of the classroom and the fundamental requirements requires a degree of ridiculousness to parental involvement. I have always been extremely involved in my child's education and my child has steadily been a straight A student. While attending Thurgood Marshall, teachers were fired, moved around in the middle of school and generally not what I would deem quality educators. One parent attended parent teacher night in flip flops. Professionalism is definitely lacking. I transferred my child to private education.
5 10/10/2025
This school has offered a safe learning environment all three years I've attended it. The principal, Dr. Soloman Lowry, is well liked and very familiar with the students.
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