Success @ Thurgood Marshall

Success @ Thurgood Marshall is a charter elementary school located in New Orleans, Louisiana. The school serves students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade and has an enrollment of 474 students. With a student-teacher ratio of 12.2:1, the school ensures that each child receives individual attention from its 39 full-time equivalent teachers.

Success @ Thurgood Marshall places a strong emphasis on fostering a supportive learning environment for all students. While academic performance currently shows room for improvement—with 25% proficiency across subjects and rankings in the lower half of Louisiana’s public schools—the school is committed to student development and growth. The ELA/Reading scores sit at 28%, while Math scores are slightly lower at 21%.

The school is situated in a bustling urban setting, offering students access to diverse cultural experiences and resources within New Orleans. Success @ Thurgood Marshall is an integral part of the local community, providing educational opportunities for young learners in a vibrant city environment.

While current test scores at Success @ Thurgood Marshall are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.

Success @ Thurgood Marshall is a charter school — a publicly funded school that operates with more autonomy than traditional district schools. Charter schools often have distinct educational models or specialties. Parents should understand the school's specific mission, enrollment process, and how its approach differs from nearby district options.