Excellent
#736 of 8,547 schools in TX
Top 9% in state
Thurgood Marshall EL
Elementary School · RICHARDSON ISD
9666 FERRIS BRANCH, Dallas, TX 75243
Enrollment
497
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
497
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Dallas
#40 of 374
public schools
Texas elementary schools
#405 of 4,678
In district
#5 of 54
RICHARDSON ISD
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Exceptional
About Thurgood Marshall EL
Thurgood Marshall EL is a public elementary school in Dallas, TX, part of the RICHARDSON ISD. The school serves approximately 497 students in grades Pre-K – 6th with a student-teacher ratio of 13.8:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.3/10, placing it in the 91.4th percentile among TX schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 38% proficiency in math and 27% in reading/language arts. The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.3/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $50,357, where 34% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large city setting.
Score Breakdown
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Thurgood Marshall EL — Students at Thurgood Marshall EL score 33% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 4 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.3/10.
How Thurgood Marshall EL Compares
See how Thurgood Marshall EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 40% (2019) to 36% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 23% (2019) to 30% (2021).
Location
9666 FERRIS BRANCH, Dallas, TX 75243
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Thurgood Marshall EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MERRIMAN PARK EL (rated 8.2/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is WALLACE EL (rated 7.4/10, 1.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, MOSS HAVEN EL (rated 7.2/10, 1.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Dallas, see our Dallas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SKYVIEW EL Dallas | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| FOREST LANE ACADEMY Dallas | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| AIKIN EL Dallas | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| FOREST MEADOW J H Dallas | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| LAKE HIGHLANDS H S Dallas | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| NORTHLAKE EL Dallas | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| CALVARY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Dallas | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| AUDELIA CREEK EL Dallas | 1.3 mi | 4.6 |
| TEXANS CAN ACADEMY - DALLAS NORTH Dallas | 1.2 mi | 4.6 |
| MOSS HAVEN EL Dallas | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| RICHLAND COLLEGIATE H S OF MATH SCIENCE ENGINEERIN Dallas | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| SCOFIELD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Dallas | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY - DALLAS Dallas | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| AUTISM TREATMENT CENTER DAY SCHOOL PROGRAM Dallas | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| WHITE ROCK NORTH SCHOOL Dallas | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| WALLACE EL Dallas | 1.6 mi | 7.4 |
| FORESTRIDGE EL Dallas | 1.7 mi | 4.9 |
| MERRIMAN PARK EL Dallas | 1.8 mi | 8.2 |
| ASCENSION DAY SCHOOL Dallas | 1.6 mi | — |
| LIBERTY J H Dallas | 1.8 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75243 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,357
Median Home Value
$359,100
Median Rent
$1,226/mo
Population
63,907
College Educated
34%
Homeownership
26.7%
Avg Commute
26.1 min
Poverty Rate
20.5%
Median Age
33.7
Community Profile
The community surrounding Thurgood Marshall EL has a median household income of $50,357. It is an area where 34% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $359,100, with a median rent of $1,226/month. The area has a poverty rate of 20.5%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
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| ABERNATHY EL Abernathy, TX | 8.3 |
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| ANN WHITNEY EL Hamilton, TX | 8.3 |
| BARKSDALE EL Plano, TX | 8.3 |
| BOB AND LOLA SANFORD EL Van Alstyne, TX | 8.3 |
| CASTROVILLE EL Castroville, TX | 8.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Thurgood Marshall EL
What grades does Thurgood Marshall EL serve?
Thurgood Marshall EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Thurgood Marshall EL?
Thurgood Marshall EL has an enrollment of approximately 497 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Thurgood Marshall EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Thurgood Marshall EL is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Thurgood Marshall EL rank in TX?
Thurgood Marshall EL is ranked #736 out of 8,547 schools in TX.
What is Thurgood Marshall EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Thurgood Marshall EL has a composite rating of 8.3 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Thurgood Marshall EL?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Thurgood Marshall EL has 38.0% math proficiency and 26.5% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Thurgood Marshall EL a charter school?
No, Thurgood Marshall EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Thurgood Marshall EL a Title I school?
No, Thurgood Marshall EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Thurgood Marshall EL?
95.4% of students at Thurgood Marshall EL 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
- Walk Score
- 20 Car-Dependent
- Transit Score
- 45 Some Transit
- Bike Score
- 36 Somewhat Bikeable
- City Safety
- High (4,021/100K)
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 497
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 95.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Dallas County
- Phone
- (469) 593-6800
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
RICHARDSON ISD- District Enrollment
- 37,085
- Schools in District
- 55
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,101
- District Rank
- #5 of 54
Other Schools in This District
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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