Thurgood Marshall Academy is a charter school in Washington, D.C., United States, the first law-themed school in DC. Thurgood Marshall Academy was founded based on the principles of Justice Thurgood Marshall that every child should have a world-class education and the opportunity to reach their full potential.
Serving 338 students in grades 9-12, Thurgood Marshall Academy Pcs ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in District Of Columbia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 22%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 31%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the District Of Columbia state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 338 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Graduation Rate: 65-69% (Btm 50% in DC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thurgood Marshall Academy Pcs ranks among the top 20% of public schools in District Of Columbia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Thurgood Marshall Academy Pcs's student population of 338 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
338 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
2001
Colors
White, Burgundy
School Calendar
School Rankings
Thurgood Marshall Academy Pcs ranks within the bottom 50% of all 220 schools in District Of Columbia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thurgood Marshall Academy Pcs is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#165 out of 220 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
22%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
31%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
10%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
19%
Black
98%
63%
White
n/a
13%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
65-69%
76%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thurgood Marshall Academy Pcs's ranking?
Thurgood Marshall Academy Pcs is ranked #165 out of 220 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in District Of Columbia.
What schools are Thurgood Marshall Academy Pcs often compared to?
Thurgood Marshall Academy Pcsis often viewed alongside schools like School Without Walls High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 22% DC state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 31% DC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Thurgood Marshall Academy Pcs?
The graduation rate of Thurgood Marshall Academy Pcs is 65-69%, which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 76%.
How many students attend Thurgood Marshall Academy Pcs?
338 students attend Thurgood Marshall Academy Pcs.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Thurgood Marshall Academy Pcs students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thurgood Marshall Academy Pcs?
Thurgood Marshall Academy Pcs has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the District Of Columbia state average of 11:1.
What grades does Thurgood Marshall Academy Pcs offer ?
Thurgood Marshall Academy Pcs offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Thurgood Marshall Academy Pcs part of?
Thurgood Marshall Academy Pcs is part of Thurgood Marshall Academy PCS School District.
In what neighborhood is Thurgood Marshall Academy Pcs located?
Thurgood Marshall Academy Pcs is located in the Southeast Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 48 other public schools located in Southeast Washington.
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