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#872 of 1,363 schools in MD
Thurgood Marshall Middle
Middle School · Prince George's County Public Schools
4909 Brinkley Rd, Temple Hills, MD 20748
Enrollment
731
Student-Teacher
17.8:1
Score
5.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
731
Student-Teacher
17.8:1
Score
5.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Maryland schools
#872 of 1,363
In Temple Hills
#6 of 10
public schools
In district
#81 of 194
Prince George's County Public Schools
Academic growth
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Thurgood Marshall Middle
Thurgood Marshall Middle is a public middle school in Temple Hills, MD, part of Prince George's County Public Schools. Thurgood Marshall Middle serves approximately 731 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 17.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Thurgood Marshall Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #872 of 1,363 schools in MD.
Structured state assessment records for Thurgood Marshall Middle show 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- MD avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Thurgood Marshall Middle sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
50% of students at Thurgood Marshall Middle were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Thurgood Marshall Middle — Students at Thurgood Marshall Middle score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 18%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
82.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MD MCAP (2024-25)
Based on 28 test records from MD 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: 8.9/10.
How Thurgood Marshall Middle Compares
See how Thurgood Marshall Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
4909 Brinkley Rd, Temple Hills, MD 20748
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Thurgood Marshall Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Stephen Decatur Middle (rated 7.2/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Clinton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Benjamin Stoddert Middle (rated 5.7/10, 2.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Temple Hills, see our Temple Hills schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Allenwood Elementary Temple Hills | 0.4 mi | 4.8 |
| Crossland High Temple Hills | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| THE MESSIAH ACADEMY Temple Hills | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| EVANGEL ASSEMBLY DAYCARE Temple Hills | 0.8 mi | — |
| James Ryder Randall Elementary Clinton | 1.3 mi | 4.6 |
| James Ryder Randall E C C Clinton | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Avalon Elementary Fort Washington | 1.3 mi | 4.3 |
| Princeton Elementary Suitland | 1.4 mi | 4.3 |
| Stephen Decatur Middle Clinton | 1.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Imagine Andrews Public Charter Andrews Afb | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Samuel Chase Elementary Temple Hills | 1.7 mi | 3.7 |
| FROM THE HEART CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Suitland | 1.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Francis T. Evans Elementary Clinton | 2.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Benjamin Stoddert Middle Temple Hills | 2.4 mi | 5.7 |
| William Beanes Elementary Suitland | 2.7 mi | 3.6 |
| INDEPENDENT BAPTIST ACADEMY Clinton | 2.7 mi | 5.5 |
| J. Frank Dent Elementary Fort Washington | 2.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Clinton Grove Elementary Clinton | 2.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Imagine Lincoln PCS Temple Hills | 2.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Tayac Elementary Fort Washington | 2.6 mi | 3.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20748 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,160
Median Home Value
$355,600
Median Rent
$1,586/mo
Population
40,094
College Educated
27.8%
Homeownership
56.6%
Avg Commute
37.2 min
Poverty Rate
12.2%
Median Age
40.3
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|---|---|
| Crestwood Middle Frederick, MD | 5.6 |
| Deep Creek Middle Baltimore, MD | 5.6 |
| Francis Scott Key Middle Silver Spring, MD | 5.5 |
| G. James Gholson Middle Landover, MD | 5.5 |
| MacArthur Middle Fort Meade, MD | 5.5 |
| North East Middle North East, MD | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Thurgood Marshall Middle
What grades does Thurgood Marshall Middle serve?
Thurgood Marshall Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Thurgood Marshall Middle?
Thurgood Marshall Middle has an enrollment of approximately 731 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Thurgood Marshall Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Thurgood Marshall Middle is 17.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Thurgood Marshall Middle rank in MD?
Thurgood Marshall Middle ranks #872 of 1,363 schools in MD.
What is Thurgood Marshall Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Thurgood Marshall Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Thurgood Marshall Middle has 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Thurgood Marshall Middle a charter school?
No, Thurgood Marshall Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Thurgood Marshall Middle a Title I school?
No, Thurgood Marshall Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Thurgood Marshall Middle?
82.4% of students at Thurgood Marshall Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 731
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 82.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Prince George's County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 50.2%
- Phone
- (301) 702-7540
Resources & Links
District
Prince George's County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 131,310
- Schools in District
- 199
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,789
- District Rank
- #81 of 194
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