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#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

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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress6.0Above Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change-5.5 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics3.4Fair25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency11%
Reading/ELA Proficiency30%
Overall Proficiency21%
Expected (poverty-adj.)32%
vs. Expected-11.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile15th
College Readiness4.7Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation19.9%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment4.9Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,893

Thurgood Marshall H S — Students at Thurgood Marshall H S score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

77.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 22.0%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 30.0%
School
State
N/A

Based on 4 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2019
Math
33%
ELA
30%
2021*
Math
11%
ELA
30%

* 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.

Overall Score
4.7/10
17th percentile in TX
Academic
3.4/10
3.4/10
Growth
6.0/10
Above average
Environment
4.9/10
Below average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
77%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
104 teachers

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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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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
6 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
Elevated (1,191/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Missouri City). Data >1 year old.

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
Data Year
2023–2024

District

FORT BEND ISD
District Enrollment
80,206
Schools in District
83
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,520
District Rank
#68 of 78

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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