Below Average
#7078 of 8,547 schools in TX
Thurgood Marshall H S
High School · FORT BEND ISD
1220 BUFFALO RUN, Missouri City, TX 77489
Enrollment
1,615
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
4.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,615
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
4.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Missouri City
#23 of 24
public schools
Texas high schools
#1,581 of 1,699
In district
#68 of 78
FORT BEND ISD
About Thurgood Marshall H S
Thurgood Marshall High School serves 1,615 students in grades 9-12 in Missouri City, Texas, operating with a student-teacher ratio of 15.5:1 and 104 full-time equivalent teachers. As a regular public high school in Fort Bend County, the school currently ranks #5613 out of 8598 schools statewide, placing it in the 35th percentile with a MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10, indicating significant room for academic growth and development. The school draws from a stable suburban community where the median household income reaches $71,858 and the poverty rate remains relatively low at 9.4%.
The surrounding ZIP code 77489 houses 37,748 residents, with 23% holding bachelor's degrees or higher and median home values around $184,200, reflecting a working-class to middle-class neighborhood environment. With its substantial enrollment, Thurgood Marshall High School offers the advantages of a larger school community while maintaining a manageable class size environment through its reasonable student-teacher ratio. The school focuses on serving its diverse student population as they work toward academic improvement and college and career readiness.
Located on Buffalo Run in Missouri City's large suburban setting, the school serves families in an established residential community with steady economic foundations.
What Parents Should Know
While current test scores at Thurgood Marshall H S are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.
Score Breakdown
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Thurgood Marshall H S — Students at Thurgood Marshall H S score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77.2%
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
↓ 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: 6.0/10.
How Thurgood Marshall H S Compares
See how Thurgood Marshall H S performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 33% (2019) to 11% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 30% (2019) to 30% (2021).
Location
1220 BUFFALO RUN, Missouri City, TX 77489
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Thurgood Marshall H S may also want to explore other high schools in the area. EDGAR GLOVER JR EL (rated 8.6/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is STAFFORD H S (rated 8.5/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Stafford), which scores notably higher. Additionally, GROSS EL (rated 7.8/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Houston), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Missouri City, see our Missouri City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HUNTERS GLEN EL Missouri City | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| HUNTERS GLEN EARLY LITERACY CENTER Missouri City | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| E A JONES EL Missouri City | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
| EXCEL ADVENTIST ACADEMY Missouri City | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| MISSOURI CITY MIDDLE Missouri City | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| STAFFORD EL Stafford | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| STAFFORD STEM MAGNET ACADEMY Stafford | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| STAFFORD H S Stafford | 1.3 mi | 8.5 |
| STAFFORD ECC Stafford | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| EL DAEP Missouri City | 1.6 mi | — |
| EDGAR GLOVER JR EL Missouri City | 1.6 mi | 8.6 |
| STAFFORD MIDDLE Stafford | 1.5 mi | 4.5 |
| GROSS EL Houston | 1.9 mi | 7.8 |
| FONDREN EL Houston | 1.9 mi | 4.0 |
| FOERSTER EL Houston | 2.4 mi | 5.4 |
| KIPP MOSAIC ACADEMY SCHOOL Houston | 2.4 mi | 4.0 |
| KIPP MOSAIC PRI Houston | 2.4 mi | 3.8 |
| DR LYNN ARMSTRONG EL Missouri City | 2.5 mi | 5.1 |
| LANTERN LANE EL Missouri City | 2.8 mi | 6.4 |
| BELL EL Houston | 2.7 mi | 3.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77489 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,097
Median Home Value
$209,900
Median Rent
$1,797/mo
Population
39,054
College Educated
22.3%
Homeownership
77.6%
Avg Commute
30.2 min
Poverty Rate
9.9%
Median Age
36.7
Community Profile
The community surrounding Thurgood Marshall H S has a median household income of $74,097. It is a community where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $209,900, with a median rent of $1,797/month. The local poverty rate of 9.9% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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| HORIZON H S El Paso, TX | 4.7 |
| YES PREP - WEST Houston, TX | 4.7 |
| AUSTIN H S Houston, TX | 4.8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Thurgood Marshall H S
What grades does Thurgood Marshall H S serve?
Thurgood Marshall H S serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Thurgood Marshall H S?
Thurgood Marshall H S has an enrollment of approximately 1,615 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Thurgood Marshall H S?
The student-teacher ratio at Thurgood Marshall H S is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Thurgood Marshall H S rank in TX?
Thurgood Marshall H S is ranked #7078 out of 8,547 schools in TX.
What is Thurgood Marshall H S's MySchoolScout rating?
Thurgood Marshall H S has a composite rating of 4.7 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 H S?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Thurgood Marshall H S has 22.0% math proficiency and 30.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Thurgood Marshall H S a charter school?
No, Thurgood Marshall H S is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Thurgood Marshall H S a Title I school?
No, Thurgood Marshall H S is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Thurgood Marshall H S?
77.2% of students at Thurgood Marshall H S 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
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,615
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 104
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Fort Bend County
- Phone
- (281) 634-6630
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
FORT BEND ISD- District Enrollment
- 80,206
- Schools in District
- 83
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,520
- District Rank
- #68 of 78
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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