Below Average
#7147 of 8,552 schools in TX
Thurgood Marshall EL
Elementary School · RICHARDSON ISD
9666 FERRIS BRANCH, Dallas, TX 75243
Enrollment
497
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
497
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,147 of 8,552
In Dallas
#310 of 374
public schools
In district
#42 of 54
RICHARDSON ISD
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About Thurgood Marshall EL
Thurgood Marshall EL is a public elementary school in Dallas, TX, part of RICHARDSON ISD. Thurgood Marshall EL serves approximately 497 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Thurgood Marshall EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #7,147 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Thurgood Marshall EL show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 6.3
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Thurgood Marshall EL 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 EL — Students at Thurgood Marshall EL score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
95.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX 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: 4.1/10.
How Thurgood Marshall EL Compares
See how Thurgood Marshall EL 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
9666 FERRIS BRANCH, Dallas, TX 75243
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Thurgood Marshall EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MOSS HAVEN EL (rated 8.9/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MERRIMAN PARK EL (rated 7.4/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WALLACE EL (rated 7.3/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. 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 | 2.9 |
| FOREST LANE ACADEMY Dallas | 0.6 mi | 4.1 |
| AIKIN EL Dallas | 0.9 mi | 2.7 |
| FOREST MEADOW J H Dallas | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| LAKE HIGHLANDS H S Dallas | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| NORTHLAKE EL Dallas | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| CALVARY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Dallas | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| AUDELIA CREEK EL Dallas | 1.3 mi | 2.3 |
| TEXANS CAN ACADEMY - DALLAS NORTH Dallas | 1.2 mi | 3.0 |
| MOSS HAVEN EL Dallas | 1.2 mi | 8.9 |
| RICHLAND COLLEGIATE H S OF MATH SCIENCE ENGINEERIN Dallas | 1.4 mi | 4.5 |
| SCOFIELD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Dallas | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY - DALLAS Dallas | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| 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 | 7.3 |
| FORESTRIDGE EL Dallas | 1.7 mi | 4.1 |
| MERRIMAN PARK EL Dallas | 1.8 mi | 7.4 |
| ASCENSION DAY SCHOOL Dallas | 1.6 mi | — |
| LIBERTY J H Dallas | 1.8 mi | 4.2 |
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
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| ARTHUR H MCNEIL EL Mckinney, TX | 4.4 |
| BATY EL Austin, TX | 4.4 |
| BOB HOPE EL San Antonio, TX | 4.4 |
| BROOKHAVEN EL Killeen, TX | 4.4 |
| BROWNSBORO EL Brownsboro, TX | 4.4 |
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 ranks #7,147 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Thurgood Marshall EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Thurgood Marshall EL 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 EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Thurgood Marshall EL has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
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
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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
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.0%
- Phone
- (469) 593-6800
Resources & Links
District
RICHARDSON ISD- District Enrollment
- 37,085
- Schools in District
- 55
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,101
- District Rank
- #42 of 54
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