Below Average
#3819 of 4,742 schools in NY
Thurgood Marshall Academy Lower School
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 5
276 W 151ST ST, New York, NY 10039
Enrollment
148
Student-Teacher
8.2:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
148
Student-Teacher
8.2:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,819 of 4,742
In New York
#298 of 346
public schools
In district
#17 of 28
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 5
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About Thurgood Marshall Academy Lower School
Thurgood Marshall Academy Lower School is a public elementary school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 5. Thurgood Marshall Academy Lower School serves approximately 148 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 8.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Thurgood Marshall Academy Lower School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #3,819 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Thurgood Marshall Academy Lower School show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 5.3
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 148 students, Thurgood Marshall Academy Lower School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 8.2:1 students to teachers, Thurgood Marshall Academy Lower School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
76% of students at Thurgood Marshall Academy Lower 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 Academy Lower School — Students at Thurgood Marshall Academy Lower School score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 30 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: 4.7/10.
How Thurgood Marshall Academy Lower School Compares
See how Thurgood Marshall Academy Lower School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
276 W 151ST ST, New York, NY 10039
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Thurgood Marshall Academy Lower School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PS/IS 210 21ST CENTURY ACADEMY (rated 7.6/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is GLOBAL COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST CHARLES BORROMEO SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10039 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,792
Median Home Value
$478,200
Median Rent
$1,211/mo
Population
30,512
College Educated
27.2%
Homeownership
14.8%
Avg Commute
41 min
Poverty Rate
28.2%
Median Age
38.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Thurgood Marshall Academy Lower School
What grades does Thurgood Marshall Academy Lower School serve?
Thurgood Marshall Academy Lower School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Thurgood Marshall Academy Lower School?
Thurgood Marshall Academy Lower School has an enrollment of approximately 148 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Thurgood Marshall Academy Lower School?
The student-teacher ratio at Thurgood Marshall Academy Lower School is 8.2:1. 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 Lower School rank in NY?
Thurgood Marshall Academy Lower School ranks #3,819 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Thurgood Marshall Academy Lower School's MySchoolScout rating?
Thurgood Marshall Academy Lower 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 Academy Lower School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Thurgood Marshall Academy Lower School has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Thurgood Marshall Academy Lower School a charter school?
No, Thurgood Marshall Academy Lower School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Thurgood Marshall Academy Lower School a Title I school?
No, Thurgood Marshall Academy Lower School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Thurgood Marshall Academy Lower School?
91.9% of students at Thurgood Marshall Academy Lower 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 148
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- New York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 76.4%
- Phone
- (212) 368-8731
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 5- District Enrollment
- 8,945
- Schools in District
- 28
- District Rank
- #17 of 28
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