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Marshall (thurgood) High

High School · San Francisco Unified

45 Conkling St., San Francisco, CA 94124

Enrollment

477

Student-Teacher

14.5:1

Score

5.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In San Francisco

#89 of 119

public schools

California high schools

#1,348 of 1,892

In district

#80 of 103

San Francisco Unified

School environment

9.8 / 10

Exceptional

About Marshall (thurgood) High

Marshall (Thurgood) High is a regular public high school located in San Francisco, California. With an enrollment of 477 students and a student-teacher ratio of 14.5:1, the school offers personalized attention to help students thrive. Marshall High has 33 full-time equivalent teachers dedicated to supporting its diverse community.

The academic performance at Marshall High currently ranks in the lower tier among California schools, with a MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 out of 10 and an overall state ranking of #8511 out of 9566 schools. In terms of subject proficiency, only 9% of students are proficient or above in English Language Arts/Reading, while 4% are proficient or above in Math. While these scores indicate areas for growth, the school is committed to focusing on student development and improvement.

Marshall High is situated within a bustling urban setting, offering students access to the vibrant cultural and educational resources of San Francisco.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress5.1Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change-1.45 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics2.0Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency2.3%
Reading/ELA Proficiency11%
Math vs. State Avg-29.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-35.1 pts
Overall Proficiency7%
Expected (poverty-adj.)28%
vs. Expected-21.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile4th
College Readiness6.5Above Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.8Exceptional20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,682

Marshall (thurgood) High — Students at Marshall (thurgood) High score 7% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

82.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 4.2%
School
State
31.8%
ELA Proficiency 8.9%
School
State
49.7%

Based on 8 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
12%
ELA
12%
2024
Math
1.6%
ELA
7.8%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.1/10.

How Marshall (thurgood) High Compares

See how Marshall (thurgood) High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.7/10
34th percentile in CA
Academic
2.0/10
2.0/10
Growth
5.1/10
Above average
Environment
9.8/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
82%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers

Location

45 Conkling St., San Francisco, CA 94124

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Marshall (thurgood) High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Burton (Phillip and Sala) Academic High (rated 8.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, S.F. County Opportunity (Hilltop) (rated 7.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Francisco, see our San Francisco schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Brown Jr. (Willie L) Middle San Francisco 0.1 mi 8.4
Drew (Charles) College Preparatory Academy San Francisco 0.5 mi 6.7
King Jr. (Martin Luther) Academic Middle San Francisco 0.6 mi 6.5
Taylor (Edward R.) Elementary San Francisco 0.7 mi 6.0
Revere (Paul) Elementary San Francisco 0.6 mi 4.8
ALTA VISTA SCHOOL San Francisco 0.8 mi 8.2
Meadows-livingstone school San Francisco 1.0 mi
MEADOWS-LIVINGSTONE SCHOOL San Francisco 1.0 mi
Donum Dei Classical Academy San Francisco 0.9 mi
Burton (Phillip and Sala) Academic High San Francisco 1.0 mi 8.7
Flynn (Leonard R.) Elementary San Francisco 1.0 mi 8.3
Bryant Elementary San Francisco 1.1 mi 3.2
S.F. County Opportunity (Hilltop) San Francisco 1.1 mi 7.5
Carver (George Washington) Elementary San Francisco 0.9 mi 4.9
St. Anthony–Immaculate Conception San Francisco 1.0 mi
ST ANTHONY - IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL San Francisco 1.0 mi 5.2
KIPP Bayview Academy San Francisco 1.2 mi 4.2
King (Thomas Starr) Elementary San Francisco 1.2 mi 9.3
St. Peter's School San Francisco 1.2 mi
ST PETER'S SCHOOL San Francisco 1.2 mi 5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 94124 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$82,928

Median Home Value

$1,043,200

Median Rent

$1,368/mo

Population

36,226

College Educated

26.7%

Homeownership

50.4%

Avg Commute

30.2 min

Poverty Rate

17%

Median Age

38.5

Community Profile

The community surrounding Marshall (thurgood) High has a median household income of $82,928. It is an area where 27% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,043,200, with a median rent of $1,368/month. The area has a poverty rate of 17.0%. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Marshall (thurgood) High

What grades does Marshall (thurgood) High serve?

Marshall (thurgood) High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Marshall (thurgood) High?

Marshall (thurgood) High has an enrollment of approximately 477 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Marshall (thurgood) High?

The student-teacher ratio at Marshall (thurgood) High is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Marshall (thurgood) High rank in CA?

Marshall (thurgood) High is ranked #6302 out of 9,533 schools in CA.

What is Marshall (thurgood) High's MySchoolScout rating?

Marshall (thurgood) High has a composite rating of 5.7 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Marshall (thurgood) High?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Marshall (thurgood) High has 4.2% math proficiency and 8.9% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Marshall (thurgood) High a charter school?

No, Marshall (thurgood) High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Marshall (thurgood) High a Title I school?

No, Marshall (thurgood) High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Marshall (thurgood) High?

82.4% of students at Marshall (thurgood) High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
High (4,559/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (San Francisco). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
477
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
82.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
San Francisco County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

San Francisco Unified
District Enrollment
48,736
Schools in District
113
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,909
District Rank
#80 of 103

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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