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Thurgood Marshall Academy Pcs

High School · Thurgood Marshall Academy PCS

2427 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR AVENUE SE, Washington, DC 20020

Charter

Enrollment

338

Student-Teacher

9.7:1

Score

5.4

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

District of Columbia schools

#172 of 240

In Washington

#172 of 240

public schools

School environment

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Thurgood Marshall Academy Pcs

5.4/10

High School in Washington · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Thurgood Marshall Academy Pcs

Thurgood Marshall Academy Pcs is a public high school in Washington, DC, part of Thurgood Marshall Academy PCS. Thurgood Marshall Academy Pcs serves approximately 338 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Thurgood Marshall Academy Pcs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #172 of 240 schools in DC.

Structured state assessment records for Thurgood Marshall Academy Pcs show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts below DC schools
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • DC avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

At 9.7:1 students to teachers, Thurgood Marshall Academy Pcs sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Thurgood Marshall Academy Pcs is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress1.6Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-4.47 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.0Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency3.4% (2025 DC OSSE DC CAPE SCHOOL-LEVEL (% MEETING OR EXCEEDING))
Reading/ELA Proficiency24.9% (2025 DC OSSE DC CAPE SCHOOL-LEVEL (% MEETING OR EXCEEDING))
Math vs. State Avg-24.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-12.9 pts
Overall Proficiency14% (2025 DC OSSE DC CAPE SCHOOL-LEVEL (% MEETING OR EXCEEDING), Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)24% (model expectation from 2025 DC OSSE DC CAPE SCHOOL-LEVEL (% MEETING OR EXCEEDING))
vs. Expected-9.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile31th
College Readiness6.8Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate87%
AP Participation0%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$38,858
Chronic Absenteeism24%

Thurgood Marshall Academy Pcs — Students at Thurgood Marshall Academy Pcs score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores DC OSSE DC CAPE school-level (% Meeting or Exceeding) (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 40.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
27.5% (2025 DC OSSE DC CAPE SCHOOL-LEVEL (% MEETING OR EXCEEDING))
ELA Proficiency 49.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
37.8% (2025 DC OSSE DC CAPE SCHOOL-LEVEL (% MEETING OR EXCEEDING))

Based on 26 test records from DC state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
72%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
12%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
12%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
17%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
2.5%
ELA
17%
2025
Math
3.4%
ELA
24.9%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.6/10.

How Thurgood Marshall Academy Pcs Compares

See how Thurgood Marshall Academy Pcs performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.4/10
29th percentile in DC
Academic
5.0/10
Average
Growth
1.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.6/10
Excellent
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.0%

Programs & Offerings

Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

2427 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR AVENUE SE, Washington, DC 20020

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Thurgood Marshall Academy Pcs may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Friendship PCS - Technology Preparatory HS (rated 7.0/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Anacostia HS (rated 6.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Washington, see our Washington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Savoy ES Washington 0.0 mi 4.6
Excel Academy Washington 0.2 mi 6.9
Cedar Tree Academy PCS Washington 0.3 mi 6.9
KIPP DC - AIM Academy PCS Washington 0.5 mi 3.5
KIPP DC - Discover Academy PCS Washington 0.5 mi 7.3
KIPP DC - Heights Academy PCS Washington 0.5 mi 2.8
DC Prep PCS - Anacostia ES Washington 0.5 mi 8.3
DC Prep PCS - Anacostia MS Washington 0.6 mi 8.7
Ketcham ES Washington 0.6 mi 4.6
Moten ES Washington 0.7 mi 7.6
Anacostia HS Washington 0.8 mi 6.1
Friendship PCS - Technology Preparatory HS Washington 1.0 mi 7.0
Johnson MS Washington 0.9 mi 5.2
Friendship PCS - Southeast Middle Washington 1.0 mi 7.2
Friendship PCS - Southeast Elementary Washington 1.0 mi 4.9
Van Ness ES Washington 1.1 mi 4.6
Kramer MS Washington 1.0 mi 3.6
Eagle Academy PCS - Capitol Riverfront Washington 0.9 mi 4.8
CAPITOL LEARNING ACADEMY Washington 1.3 mi
Friendship PCS - Chamberlain Elementary Washington 1.2 mi 8.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 20020 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$53,015

Median Home Value

$442,500

Median Rent

$1,317/mo

Population

53,885

College Educated

27.7%

Homeownership

30.9%

Avg Commute

36.7 min

Poverty Rate

27.4%

Median Age

33.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Thurgood Marshall Academy Pcs

What grades does Thurgood Marshall Academy Pcs serve?

Thurgood Marshall Academy Pcs serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Thurgood Marshall Academy Pcs?

Thurgood Marshall Academy Pcs has an enrollment of approximately 338 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Thurgood Marshall Academy Pcs?

The student-teacher ratio at Thurgood Marshall Academy Pcs is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Thurgood Marshall Academy Pcs rank in DC?

Thurgood Marshall Academy Pcs ranks #172 of 240 schools in DC.

What is Thurgood Marshall Academy Pcs's MySchoolScout rating?

Thurgood Marshall Academy Pcs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Thurgood Marshall Academy Pcs?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Thurgood Marshall Academy Pcs has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Thurgood Marshall Academy Pcs a charter school?

Yes, Thurgood Marshall Academy Pcs is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Thurgood Marshall Academy Pcs a Title I school?

No, Thurgood Marshall Academy Pcs is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
79 Very Walkable
Transit Score
81 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
338
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
District of Columbia
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.0%
4-Year Graduation
87.0%

District

Thurgood Marshall Academy PCS
District Enrollment
338
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$38,858
District Rank
#1 of 1

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