Below Average
#1124 of 1,288 schools in LA
Success @ Thurgood Marshall
Elementary School · Success Preparatory Academy
4621 Canal Street, New Orleans, LA 70119
Enrollment
474
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
474
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Louisiana schools
#1,124 of 1,288
In New Orleans
#44 of 75
public schools
School environment
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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Success @ Thurgood Marshall
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About Success @ Thurgood Marshall
Success @ Thurgood Marshall is a public elementary school in New Orleans, LA, part of Success Preparatory Academy. Success @ Thurgood Marshall serves approximately 474 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Success @ Thurgood Marshall has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,124 of 1,288 schools in LA.
Structured state assessment records for Success @ Thurgood Marshall show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- LA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Success @ Thurgood Marshall 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
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Success @ Thurgood Marshall — Students at Success @ Thurgood Marshall score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
78.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)
Based on 40 test records from LA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 2.0/10.
How Success @ Thurgood Marshall Compares
See how Success @ Thurgood Marshall performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4621 Canal Street, New Orleans, LA 70119
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Success @ Thurgood Marshall may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Metairie Academy for Advanced Studies (rated 9.5/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Metairie), which scores notably higher. Another option is Edward Hynes Charter School - Lakeview (rated 9.2/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST PAUL'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New Orleans, see our New Orleans schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 70119 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,854
Median Home Value
$359,300
Median Rent
$1,298/mo
Population
36,167
College Educated
47.2%
Homeownership
38.3%
Avg Commute
20.8 min
Poverty Rate
24.5%
Median Age
38.2
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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| Creswell Elementary School Shreveport, LA | 4.3 |
| G.T. Woods School Kenner, LA | 4.3 |
| North Caddo Elementary-Middle School Vivian, LA | 4.3 |
| Riverside Elementary School Shreveport, LA | 4.3 |
| ST ANN CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Metairie, LA | 4.3 |
| Waller Elementary School Bossier City, LA | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Success @ Thurgood Marshall
What grades does Success @ Thurgood Marshall serve?
Success @ Thurgood Marshall serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Success @ Thurgood Marshall?
Success @ Thurgood Marshall has an enrollment of approximately 474 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Success @ Thurgood Marshall?
The student-teacher ratio at Success @ Thurgood Marshall is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Success @ Thurgood Marshall rank in LA?
Success @ Thurgood Marshall ranks #1,124 of 1,288 schools in LA.
What is Success @ Thurgood Marshall's MySchoolScout rating?
Success @ Thurgood Marshall has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Success @ Thurgood Marshall?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Success @ Thurgood Marshall has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025).
Is Success @ Thurgood Marshall a charter school?
Yes, Success @ Thurgood Marshall is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Success @ Thurgood Marshall a Title I school?
No, Success @ Thurgood Marshall is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Success @ Thurgood Marshall?
78.1% of students at Success @ Thurgood Marshall 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 474
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 78.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Orleans Parish
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.9%
- Phone
- (504) 388-0208
Resources & Links
District
Success Preparatory Academy- District Enrollment
- 474
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,628
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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