Very Good
#913 of 3,192 schools in MI
Top 29% in state
Thurgood Marshall Elementary School
Elementary School · Detroit Public Schools Community District
15531 LINWOOD ST, Detroit, MI 48238
Enrollment
520
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
520
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#913 of 3,192
In Detroit
#31 of 178
public schools
In district
#26 of 99
Detroit Public Schools Community District
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Thurgood Marshall Elementary School
Thurgood Marshall Elementary School is a public elementary school in Detroit, MI, part of Detroit Public Schools Community District. Thurgood Marshall Elementary School serves approximately 520 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Thurgood Marshall Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #913 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Thurgood Marshall Elementary School show 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 6.7
- MI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
89% of students at Thurgood Marshall Elementary School 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 Elementary School — Students at Thurgood Marshall Elementary School score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
88.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from MI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 9.9/10.
How Thurgood Marshall Elementary School Compares
See how Thurgood Marshall Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
15531 LINWOOD ST, Detroit, MI 48238
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Thurgood Marshall Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Keidan Special Education Center (rated 8.7/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Palmer Park Preparatory Academy (rated 7.1/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Bagley Elementary School of Journalism and Technology (rated 7.1/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Detroit, see our Detroit schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48238 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$30,286
Median Home Value
$58,700
Median Rent
$950/mo
Population
24,569
College Educated
12.7%
Homeownership
47.1%
Avg Commute
26.3 min
Poverty Rate
35.8%
Median Age
35.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Adams Elementary School Midland, MI | 7.1 |
| Bagley Elementary School of Journalism and Technology Detroit, MI | 7.1 |
| Clara B Bolen Elementary School Tawas City, MI | 7.1 |
| Dean A Naldrett School Chesterfield, MI | 7.1 |
| East Jordan Elementary School East Jordan, MI | 7.1 |
| Elsa Meyer Elementary School Corunna, MI | 7.1 |
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 8th.
How many students attend Thurgood Marshall Elementary School?
Thurgood Marshall Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 520 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Thurgood Marshall Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Thurgood Marshall Elementary School is 15.3:1. 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 MI?
Thurgood Marshall Elementary School ranks #913 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Thurgood Marshall Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Thurgood Marshall Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
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?
88.8% 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 520
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Wayne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 89.4%
- Phone
- (313) 494-8820
Resources & Links
District
Detroit Public Schools Community District- District Enrollment
- 48,271
- Schools in District
- 106
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,138
- District Rank
- #26 of 99
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