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#1204 of 3,778 schools in FL

Top 32% in state

Thurgood Marshall Elementary School

Elementary School · BROWARD

800 NW 13TH ST, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311

Enrollment

325

Student-Teacher

18.1:1

Score

7.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Florida schools

#1,204 of 3,778

In Fort Lauderdale

#8 of 30

public schools

In district

#112 of 319

BROWARD

Academic growth

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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Thurgood Marshall Elementary School

7.2/10

Elementary School in Fort Lauderdale · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Thurgood Marshall Elementary School

Thurgood Marshall Elementary School is a public elementary school in Fort Lauderdale, FL, part of BROWARD. Thurgood Marshall Elementary School serves approximately 325 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 18.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Thurgood Marshall Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,204 of 3,778 schools in FL.

Structured state assessment records for Thurgood Marshall Elementary School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.3 pts above district
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.9
  • FL avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.4Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.21 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics5.4Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency44.3% (2024 FAST)
Reading/ELA Proficiency36.3% (2024 FAST)
Math vs. State Avg-16.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-18.9 pts
Overall Proficiency40% (2024 FAST, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2024 FAST)
vs. Expected-0.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile36th
Resources & Environment6.7Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,121
Chronic Absenteeism26.8%

Thurgood Marshall Elementary School — Students at Thurgood Marshall Elementary School score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

74.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 40.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
58.1% (2024 FAST)
ELA Proficiency 34.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.2% (2024 FAST)

Based on 34 test records from FL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2011
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2012
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2013
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2014
Math
36%
ELA
23%
2015
Math
28%
ELA
24%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
44%
ELA
31%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
35%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
35%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
44.3%
ELA
42.6%
2024
Math
44.3%
ELA
36.3%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.4/10.

How Thurgood Marshall Elementary School Compares

See how Thurgood Marshall Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.2/10
68th percentile in FL
Academic
5.4/10
Average
Growth
8.4/10
Excellent
Environment
6.7/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
75%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
18 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.8%

Location

800 NW 13TH ST, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Thurgood Marshall Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SOMERSET VILLAGE ACADEMY (rated 8.3/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Wilton Manors), which scores notably higher. Another option is WILTON MANORS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Wilton Manors), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, NORTH SIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Fort Lauderdale, see our Fort Lauderdale schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
SUNRISE HIGH SCHOOL Ft. Lauderdale 0.4 mi 5.7
MOUNT BETHEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fort Lauderdale 0.5 mi 5.2
SUNLAND PARK ACADEMY Fort Lauderdale 0.6 mi 7.5
HOLY TEMPLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fort Lauderdale 0.7 mi 5.6
NORTH SIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale 0.7 mi 7.6
FIDELIS ACADEMY Fort Lauderdale 0.9 mi 5.8
THE INTERNATIONAL FAMILY ACADEMY Fort Lauderdale 0.9 mi 3.7
S.O.U.L. ACADEMY Pompano Beach 0.9 mi 4.1
WALKER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale 1.0 mi 4.9
FORT LAUDERDALE HIGH SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale 1.0 mi 6.5
PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS INC. Wilton Manors 1.1 mi 6.0
LEADERSHIP PREPARATORY ACADEMY Fort Lauderdale 1.1 mi
JACK AND JILL CHILDREN'S CENTER Fort Lauderdale 1.4 mi 5.4
NORTH FORK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale 1.4 mi 7.1
DILLARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale 1.3 mi 5.9
WILTON MANORS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wilton Manors 1.4 mi 8.0
HOSPITAL HOMEBOUND SERVICES Ft. Lauderdale 1.3 mi
ROCK ISLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fort Lauderdale 1.4 mi 6.8
SOMERSET ACADEMY VILLAGE CHARTER MIDDLE SCHOOL Wilton Manors 1.6 mi 9.0
SOMERSET VILLAGE ACADEMY Wilton Manors 1.6 mi 8.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 33311 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$51,918

Median Home Value

$276,600

Median Rent

$1,385/mo

Population

73,280

College Educated

17.9%

Homeownership

47.9%

Avg Commute

27.6 min

Poverty Rate

24.6%

Median Age

35.8

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DREAMERS ACADEMY Sarasota, FL 7.2
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Thurgood Marshall Elementary School

What grades does Thurgood Marshall Elementary School serve?

Thurgood Marshall Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Thurgood Marshall Elementary School?

Thurgood Marshall Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 325 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Thurgood Marshall Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Thurgood Marshall Elementary School is 18.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Thurgood Marshall Elementary School rank in FL?

Thurgood Marshall Elementary School ranks #1,204 of 3,778 schools in FL.

What is Thurgood Marshall Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Thurgood Marshall Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Thurgood Marshall Elementary School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Thurgood Marshall Elementary School a charter school?

No, Thurgood Marshall Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Thurgood Marshall Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Thurgood Marshall Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Thurgood Marshall Elementary School?

74.8% of students at Thurgood Marshall Elementary School 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

Walk Score
67 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
43 Some Transit
Bike Score
59 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
325
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Free/Reduced Lunch
74.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Broward County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.8%

District

BROWARD
District Enrollment
251,408
Schools in District
325
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,121
District Rank
#112 of 319

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