Below Average
#3958 of 4,742 schools in NY
Thurgood Marshall Academy for Learning & Social Change
High School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 5
200-214 W 135TH ST, New York, NY 10030
Enrollment
458
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
4.4
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
458
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
4.4
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,958 of 4,742
In New York
#304 of 346
public schools
In district
#22 of 28
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 5
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About Thurgood Marshall Academy for Learning & Social Change
Thurgood Marshall Academy for Learning & Social Change is a public high school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 5. Thurgood Marshall Academy for Learning & Social Change serves approximately 458 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Thurgood Marshall Academy for Learning & Social Change has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #3,958 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Thurgood Marshall Academy for Learning & Social Change show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 6.1
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Thurgood Marshall Academy for Learning & Social Change 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.
At 9.5:1 students to teachers, Thurgood Marshall Academy for Learning & Social Change sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
66% of students at Thurgood Marshall Academy for Learning & Social Change 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 Academy for Learning & Social Change — Students at Thurgood Marshall Academy for Learning & Social Change score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from NY 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: 6.1/10.
How Thurgood Marshall Academy for Learning & Social Change Compares
See how Thurgood Marshall Academy for Learning & Social Change 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
200-214 W 135TH ST, New York, NY 10030
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Thurgood Marshall Academy for Learning & Social Change may also want to explore other high schools in the area. HIGH SCHOOL MATHEMATICS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING AT CCNY (rated 8.2/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is EAGLE ACADEMY FOR YOUNG MEN OF HARLEM (rated 7.9/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DEMOCRACY PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10030 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$42,738
Median Home Value
$810,100
Median Rent
$1,204/mo
Population
30,781
College Educated
34.9%
Homeownership
13.3%
Avg Commute
38.9 min
Poverty Rate
32.6%
Median Age
37.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Thurgood Marshall Academy for Learning & Social Change
What grades does Thurgood Marshall Academy for Learning & Social Change serve?
Thurgood Marshall Academy for Learning & Social Change serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Thurgood Marshall Academy for Learning & Social Change?
Thurgood Marshall Academy for Learning & Social Change has an enrollment of approximately 458 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Thurgood Marshall Academy for Learning & Social Change?
The student-teacher ratio at Thurgood Marshall Academy for Learning & Social Change is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Thurgood Marshall Academy for Learning & Social Change rank in NY?
Thurgood Marshall Academy for Learning & Social Change ranks #3,958 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Thurgood Marshall Academy for Learning & Social Change's MySchoolScout rating?
Thurgood Marshall Academy for Learning & Social Change has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Academy for Learning & Social Change?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Thurgood Marshall Academy for Learning & Social Change has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Thurgood Marshall Academy for Learning & Social Change a charter school?
No, Thurgood Marshall Academy for Learning & Social Change is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Thurgood Marshall Academy for Learning & Social Change a Title I school?
No, Thurgood Marshall Academy for Learning & Social Change is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Thurgood Marshall Academy for Learning & Social Change?
90.2% of students at Thurgood Marshall Academy for Learning & Social Change 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 – 12th
- Enrollment
- 458
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 48
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- New York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 66.4%
- Phone
- (212) 283-8055
- 4-Year Graduation
- 87.0%
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 5- District Enrollment
- 8,945
- Schools in District
- 28
- District Rank
- #22 of 28
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