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#1537 of 1,786 schools in TN

Thurgood Marshall Middle

Middle School · Davidson County

5820 Pettus RD, Antioch, TN 37013

Enrollment

761

Student-Teacher

17.3:1

Score

4.5

Grades

5th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,537 of 1,786

In Antioch

#15 of 21

public schools

In district

#117 of 154

Davidson County

School environment

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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Thurgood Marshall Middle

4.5/10

Middle School in Antioch · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.3/10

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About Thurgood Marshall Middle

Thurgood Marshall Middle is a public middle school in Antioch, TN, part of Davidson County. Thurgood Marshall Middle serves approximately 761 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 17.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Thurgood Marshall Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,537 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Thurgood Marshall Middle show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.4 pts below district
  • This school 4.5 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.9
  • TN avg 6.0

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.5Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.73 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics2.3Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency12.7% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency11.9% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-26.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-28.9 pts
Overall Proficiency12% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-22.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile6th
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,808
Chronic Absenteeism23.9%

Thurgood Marshall Middle — Students at Thurgood Marshall Middle score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 19.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 26.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 32 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
11%
ELA
32%
2010
Math
16%
ELA
35%
2011
Math
27%
ELA
39%
2012
Math
34%
ELA
39%
2013
Math
36%
ELA
37%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
43%
2015
Math
24.5%
ELA
75%
2016
Math
13%
ELA
17%
2017
Math
14%
ELA
17%
2018
Math
17%
ELA
12%
2019
Math
17%
ELA
12%
2020*
Math
4%
ELA
7%
2021*
Math
4%
ELA
7%
2022
Math
10.9%
ELA
14.5%
2025
Math
12.7%
ELA
11.9%

* 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 Middle Compares

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

Overall Score
4.5/10
14th percentile in TN
Academic
2.3/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
4.5/10
Below Average
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
44 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.9%

Programs & Offerings

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

5820 Pettus RD, Antioch, TN 37013

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Thurgood Marshall Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. KIPP Antioch College Prep Middle (rated 7.2/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Antioch Middle (rated 4.9/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, William Henry Oliver Middle (rated 4.8/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Nashville), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Antioch, see our Antioch schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
A. Z. Kelley Elementary Antioch 0.1 mi 4.3
Henry C. Maxwell Elementary Antioch 0.9 mi 5.1
KA @ The Crossings Antioch 1.8 mi
Rocketship Dream Community Prep Antioch 1.8 mi 5.8
The Academy at Hickory Hollow Antioch 1.9 mi 7.4
LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Antioch 2.1 mi 7.3
Intrepid College Preparatory Charter School Antioch 2.1 mi 4.5
Eagle View Elementary School Antioch 2.2 mi 7.4
Antioch Middle Antioch 2.4 mi 4.9
Cane Ridge High School Antioch 2.3 mi 2.8
Cambridge Early Learning Center Antioch 2.9 mi 3.7
Apollo Middle Antioch 3.1 mi 3.9
Nashville Collegiate Prep Nashville 2.7 mi 6.2
J. E. Moss Elementary Antioch 3.2 mi 6.0
Cane Ridge Elementary Antioch 2.7 mi 6.9
William Henry Oliver Middle Nashville 2.9 mi 4.8
Cole Elementary Antioch 3.2 mi 5.5
May Werthan Shayne Elementary School Nashville 3.0 mi 7.8
KIPP Antioch College Prep Elementary Antioch 3.2 mi 7.8
KIPP Antioch College Prep Middle Antioch 3.2 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37013 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$72,233

Median Home Value

$294,000

Median Rent

$1,450/mo

Population

102,055

College Educated

29.8%

Homeownership

54.3%

Avg Commute

29.4 min

Poverty Rate

14.3%

Median Age

32.3

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Highland Oaks Middle Memphis, TN 4.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Thurgood Marshall Middle

What grades does Thurgood Marshall Middle serve?

Thurgood Marshall Middle serves students in grades 5th through 8th.

How many students attend Thurgood Marshall Middle?

Thurgood Marshall Middle has an enrollment of approximately 761 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Thurgood Marshall Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Thurgood Marshall Middle is 17.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Thurgood Marshall Middle rank in TN?

Thurgood Marshall Middle ranks #1,537 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Thurgood Marshall Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Thurgood Marshall Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Thurgood Marshall Middle has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Thurgood Marshall Middle a charter school?

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

Is Thurgood Marshall Middle a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
20 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
761
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
44
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Davidson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.9%

District

Davidson County
District Enrollment
80,468
Schools in District
162
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,808
District Rank
#117 of 154

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