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Thurgood Marshall High School

High School · Dayton City

4447 Hoover Ave, Dayton, OH 45417

Enrollment

525

Student-Teacher

15.4:1

Score

2.6

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#3,414 of 3,441

In Dayton

#76 of 77

public schools

In district

#26 of 26

Dayton City

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Thurgood Marshall High School

2.6/10

High School in Dayton · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Thurgood Marshall High School

Thurgood Marshall High School is a public high school in Dayton, OH, part of Dayton City. Thurgood Marshall High School serves approximately 525 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Thurgood Marshall High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.6 out of 10 and ranks #3,414 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Thurgood Marshall High School show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares1.8 pts below district
  • This school 2.6 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.4
  • OH avg 5.9

What Parents Should Know

94% of students at Thurgood Marshall High 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress1.3Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-6.65 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics1.4Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency2.5% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency12% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency7% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-40.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile1th
College Readiness4.4Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate62%
AP Participation3.4%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment3.1Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,177
Chronic Absenteeism93.9%

Thurgood Marshall High School — Students at Thurgood Marshall High School score 7% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 26.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 37.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
7.5%
ELA
7.5%
2016
Math
7.5%
ELA
7.5%
2017
Math
2.5%
ELA
17%
2018
Math
2.5%
ELA
12%
2019
Math
2.5%
ELA
12%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
12%

* 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: 1.3/10.

How Thurgood Marshall High School Compares

See how Thurgood Marshall High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
2.6/10
1th percentile in OH
Academic
1.4/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
1.3/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
3.1/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
1
State avg: 2.3
Sports
5
2 boys' · 3 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
93.9%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs1 AP course offered
3.4% participation·State avg: 2.3 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics5sports offered
2 boys'·3 girls'·6 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

4447 Hoover Ave, Dayton, OH 45417

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Thurgood Marshall High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Meadowdale High School (rated 3.7/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dunbar Early College High School (rated 3.1/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Dayton, see our Dayton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
The International School Dayton 0.3 mi
Roosevelt Elementary School Dayton 0.3 mi 3.8
Westwood Elementary School Dayton 0.8 mi 6.5
Rosa Parks Early Learning Center Dayton 1.5 mi 5.3
ST BENEDICT THE MOOR CATHOLIC SCHOOL Dayton 1.3 mi 5.6
Wogaman Middle School Dayton 2.0 mi 4.2
Blairwood Elementary School Dayton 2.5 mi 5.2
Belle Haven Elementary School Dayton 2.5 mi 5.4
Klepinger Community School Dayton 2.7 mi 5.0
Fairview Elementary School Dayton 2.5 mi 5.2
Dunbar Early College High School Dayton 2.6 mi 3.1
Alliance Community Schools Inc. dba Dayton Leadership Acade Dayton 2.3 mi 3.5
The Dayton School Dayton 2.8 mi
Louise Troy Elementary School Dayton 2.6 mi 5.6
Edison Elementary School Dayton 2.5 mi 5.8
Valerie Elementary School Dayton 3.3 mi 6.0
Meadowdale High School Dayton 3.5 mi 3.7
Edwin Joel Brown Middle School Dayton 3.0 mi 5.0
North Dayton School of Discovery Dayton 3.7 mi 5.8
Dayton Digital Academy Dayton 2.9 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 45417 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$35,027

Median Home Value

$73,000

Median Rent

$861/mo

Population

28,161

College Educated

11.9%

Homeownership

50.7%

Avg Commute

24.2 min

Poverty Rate

32.8%

Median Age

38.9

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Marshall High School Middletown, OH 2.6
East High School Columbus, OH 2.7
Focus Learning Academy of Southwestern Columbus Columbus, OH 2.7
Robert A. Taft Information Technology High School Cincinnati, OH 2.8
Academy for Urban Scholars Youngstown Youngstown, OH 2.4
Townsend Community School Castalia, OH 2.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Thurgood Marshall High School

What grades does Thurgood Marshall High School serve?

Thurgood Marshall High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Thurgood Marshall High School?

Thurgood Marshall High School has an enrollment of approximately 525 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Thurgood Marshall High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Thurgood Marshall High School is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Thurgood Marshall High School rank in OH?

Thurgood Marshall High School ranks #3,414 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Thurgood Marshall High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Thurgood Marshall High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.6 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 High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Thurgood Marshall High School has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Thurgood Marshall High School a charter school?

No, Thurgood Marshall High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Thurgood Marshall High School a Title I school?

No, Thurgood Marshall High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
33 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
525
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Montgomery County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
93.9%
4-Year Graduation
62.0%

District

Dayton City
District Enrollment
12,441
Schools in District
28
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,177
District Rank
#26 of 26

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