Below Average
#7112 of 8,552 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
4.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,615
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
4.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,112 of 8,552
In Missouri City
#20 of 24
public schools
In district
#69 of 78
FORT BEND ISD
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Thurgood Marshall H S
High School in Missouri City · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Thurgood Marshall H S
Thurgood Marshall H S is a public high school in Missouri City, TX, part of FORT BEND ISD. Thurgood Marshall H S serves approximately 1,615 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Thurgood Marshall H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #7,112 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Thurgood Marshall H S show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 6.1
- TX avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Thurgood Marshall H S — Students at Thurgood Marshall H S score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 28 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: 4.3/10.
How Thurgood Marshall H S Compares
See how Thurgood Marshall H S 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
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. STAFFORD H S (rated 7.4/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Stafford), which scores notably higher. Another option is HUNTERS GLEN EL (rated 7.1/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, EDGAR GLOVER JR EL (rated 6.8/10, 1.6 miles away), 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 | 7.1 |
| HUNTERS GLEN EARLY LITERACY CENTER Missouri City | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| E A JONES EL Missouri City | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
| EXCEL ADVENTIST ACADEMY Missouri City | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| MISSOURI CITY MIDDLE Missouri City | 1.2 mi | 3.0 |
| STAFFORD EL Stafford | 1.2 mi | 3.4 |
| STAFFORD STEM MAGNET ACADEMY Stafford | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| STAFFORD H S Stafford | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| STAFFORD ECC Stafford | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| EL DAEP Missouri City | 1.6 mi | — |
| EDGAR GLOVER JR EL Missouri City | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| STAFFORD MIDDLE Stafford | 1.5 mi | 5.0 |
| GROSS EL Houston | 1.9 mi | 5.6 |
| FONDREN EL Houston | 1.9 mi | 5.6 |
| FOERSTER EL Houston | 2.4 mi | 3.9 |
| KIPP MOSAIC ACADEMY SCHOOL Houston | 2.4 mi | 6.6 |
| KIPP MOSAIC PRI Houston | 2.4 mi | 3.2 |
| DR LYNN ARMSTRONG EL Missouri City | 2.5 mi | 3.8 |
| LANTERN LANE EL Missouri City | 2.8 mi | 4.5 |
| BELL EL Houston | 2.7 mi | 4.6 |
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
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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 ranks #7,112 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Thurgood Marshall H S's MySchoolScout rating?
Thurgood Marshall H S 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 H S?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Thurgood Marshall H S has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
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
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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
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.0%
- Phone
- (281) 634-6630
- 4-Year Graduation
- 93.0%
Resources & Links
District
FORT BEND ISD- District Enrollment
- 80,206
- Schools in District
- 83
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,520
- District Rank
- #69 of 78
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