Serving 447 students in grades 6-8, Thurgood Marshall Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 60% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 447 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thurgood Marshall Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Thurgood Marshall Middle School's student population of 447 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
447 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Thurgood Marshall Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thurgood Marshall Middle School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#526 out of 2052 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)60%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)69%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
8%
9%
Hispanic
16%
25%
Black
9%
5%
White
53%
50%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
12%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thurgood Marshall Middle School's ranking?
Thurgood Marshall Middle School is ranked #526 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Thurgood Marshall Middle School often compared to?
Thurgood Marshall Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Washington Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Thurgood Marshall Middle School?
447 students attend Thurgood Marshall Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Thurgood Marshall Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thurgood Marshall Middle School?
Thurgood Marshall Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Thurgood Marshall Middle School offer ?
Thurgood Marshall Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Thurgood Marshall Middle School part of?
Thurgood Marshall Middle School is part of Olympia School District.
In what neighborhood is Thurgood Marshall Middle School located?
Thurgood Marshall Middle School is located in the Goldcrest neighborhood of Olympia, WA.
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