Below Average
#2138 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Thurgood Marshall Elementary School
Elementary School · Asbury Park School District
600 MONROE AVENUE, Asbury Park, NJ 07712
Enrollment
336
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
336
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#2,138 of 2,466
In Asbury Park
#4 of 6
public schools
In district
#2 of 4
Asbury Park School District
School environment
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Thurgood Marshall Elementary School
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About Thurgood Marshall Elementary School
Thurgood Marshall Elementary School is a public elementary school in Asbury Park, NJ, part of Asbury Park School District. Thurgood Marshall Elementary School serves approximately 336 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 7.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Thurgood Marshall Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,138 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Thurgood Marshall Elementary School show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 4.9
- NJ avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 7.6:1 students to teachers, Thurgood Marshall Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Thurgood Marshall Elementary School — Students at Thurgood Marshall Elementary School score 9% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
52.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2023-24)
Based on 35 test records from NJ 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: 4.5/10.
How Thurgood Marshall Elementary School Compares
See how Thurgood Marshall Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
600 MONROE AVENUE, Asbury Park, NJ 07712
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Thurgood Marshall Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wanamassa Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Wanamassa), which scores notably higher. Another option is Avon Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Avon), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Deal Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Deal), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Asbury Park, see our Asbury Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hope Academy Charter School Asbury Park | 0.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Bradley Elementary School Asbury Park | 0.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School Asbury Park | 0.5 mi | 4.2 |
| OUR LADY OF MT CARMEL SCHOOL Asbury Park | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Midtown Community Elementary School Neptune | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Asbury Park High School Asbury Park | 0.7 mi | 3.7 |
| THE SISTERS ACADEMY Asbury Park | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Bradley Beach Elementary School Bradley Beach | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| Wanamassa Elementary School Wanamassa | 1.6 mi | 9.3 |
| LITTLE PEOPLE AT WORK Neptune | 1.4 mi | — |
| Neptune High School Neptune | 1.4 mi | 3.3 |
| SEARCH DAY PROGRAM INC. Ocean | 1.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Monmouth County Academy of Allied Health and Science Neptune | 1.5 mi | 8.6 |
| Deal Elementary School Deal | 2.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Avon Elementary School Avon | 2.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Neptune Middle School Neptune | 1.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Gables Elementary School Neptune | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Woodrow Wilson Neptune City | 1.8 mi | 6.5 |
| ILAN HIGH SCHOOL Ocean | 2.0 mi | 6.5 |
| ST ROSE GRAMMAR SCHOOL Belmar | 2.5 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07712 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$95,691
Median Home Value
$578,300
Median Rent
$1,496/mo
Population
39,597
College Educated
48.8%
Homeownership
47.8%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
11.2%
Median Age
41.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Burch Charter School of Excellence Irvington, NJ | 4.6 |
| Clara Barton Elementary Bordentown, NJ | 4.6 |
| Durban Avenue Elementary School Hopatcong, NJ | 4.6 |
| Franklin Township School Washington, NJ | 4.6 |
| Gilbert Avenue School Elmwood Park, NJ | 4.6 |
| Kindergarten Success Academy Roselle, NJ | 4.6 |
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 336 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Thurgood Marshall Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Thurgood Marshall Elementary School is 7.6:1. 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 NJ?
Thurgood Marshall Elementary School ranks #2,138 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Thurgood Marshall Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Thurgood Marshall Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Thurgood Marshall Elementary School has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 16% 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?
52.1% 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 336
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 52.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Monmouth County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.3%
- Phone
- (732) 776-2660
Resources & Links
District
Asbury Park School District- District Enrollment
- 1,456
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $52,456
- District Rank
- #2 of 4
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