Serving 520 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Thurgood Marshall Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan 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% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 520 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
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Thurgood Marshall Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
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Thurgood Marshall Elementary School's student population of 520 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
520 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Thurgood Marshall Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thurgood Marshall Elementary School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2530 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
95%
18%
White
1%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Thurgood Marshall Elementary School's ranking?
Thurgood Marshall Elementary School is ranked #2530 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Thurgood Marshall Elementary School?
520 students attend Thurgood Marshall Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Thurgood Marshall Elementary School students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thurgood Marshall Elementary School?
Thurgood Marshall Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Thurgood Marshall Elementary School offer ?
Thurgood Marshall Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Thurgood Marshall Elementary School part of?
Thurgood Marshall Elementary School is part of Detroit Public Schools Community.
In what neighborhood is Thurgood Marshall Elementary School located?
Thurgood Marshall Elementary School is located in the Pilgrim Village neighborhood of Detroit, MI.
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