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Thurgood Marshall Elementary
Elementary School · Chesapeake City Public Schools
2706 Border Road, Chesapeake, VA 23324
Enrollment
407
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
407
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Virginia schools
#1,199 of 1,851
In Chesapeake
#37 of 45
public schools
In district
#37 of 45
Chesapeake City Public Schools
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Thurgood Marshall Elementary
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About Thurgood Marshall Elementary
Thurgood Marshall Elementary is a public elementary school in Chesapeake, VA, part of Chesapeake City Public Schools. Thurgood Marshall Elementary serves approximately 407 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Thurgood Marshall Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,199 of 1,851 schools in VA.
Structured state assessment records for Thurgood Marshall Elementary show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 6.6
- VA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Thurgood Marshall Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Thurgood Marshall Elementary — Students at Thurgood Marshall Elementary score 58% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
82.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores VA SOL (2024-25)
Based on 33 test records from VA 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: 6.1/10.
How Thurgood Marshall Elementary Compares
See how Thurgood Marshall Elementary 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
2706 Border Road, Chesapeake, VA 23324
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Thurgood Marshall Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Norfolk Highlands Primary (rated 7.2/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Portlock Primary (rated 7.1/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Rena B. Wright Primary (rated 6.8/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chesapeake, see our Chesapeake schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Southside STEM Academy at Campostella Norfolk | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Georgetown Primary Chesapeake | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| George W. Carver Intermediate Chesapeake | 1.1 mi | 4.2 |
| Berkley/Campostella Early Childhood Education Center Norfolk | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Norfolk Highlands Primary Chesapeake | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Truitt Intermediate Chesapeake | 1.2 mi | 4.3 |
| CHESAPEAKE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Chesapeake | 1.2 mi | — |
| Indian River High Chesapeake | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Indian River Middle Chesapeake | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Oscar Smith Middle Chesapeake | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Rena B. Wright Primary Chesapeake | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Chesterfield Elementary Norfolk | 2.0 mi | 2.9 |
| Sparrow Road Intermediate Chesapeake | 1.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Portlock Primary Chesapeake | 2.0 mi | 7.1 |
| CATHEDRAL OF FAITH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chesapeake | 2.2 mi | — |
| St. Helena Elementary Norfolk | 2.0 mi | 3.3 |
| ST MATTHEW'S SCHOOL Virginia Beach | 1.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Ruffner School Norfolk | 2.5 mi | 3.1 |
| Booker T Washington High Norfolk | 2.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Ingleside Elementary Norfolk | 2.8 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 23324 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,774
Median Home Value
$242,000
Median Rent
$1,145/mo
Population
23,684
College Educated
20.6%
Homeownership
54.3%
Avg Commute
25.1 min
Poverty Rate
20.9%
Median Age
33.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Thurgood Marshall Elementary
What grades does Thurgood Marshall Elementary serve?
Thurgood Marshall Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Thurgood Marshall Elementary?
Thurgood Marshall Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 407 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Thurgood Marshall Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Thurgood Marshall Elementary is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Thurgood Marshall Elementary rank in VA?
Thurgood Marshall Elementary ranks #1,199 of 1,851 schools in VA.
What is Thurgood Marshall Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Thurgood Marshall Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Thurgood Marshall Elementary has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Thurgood Marshall Elementary a charter school?
No, Thurgood Marshall Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Thurgood Marshall Elementary a Title I school?
No, Thurgood Marshall Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Thurgood Marshall Elementary?
82.3% of students at Thurgood Marshall Elementary 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 407
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 82.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Chesapeake city
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.1%
- Phone
- (757) 494-7515
Resources & Links
District
Chesapeake City Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 40,576
- Schools in District
- 48
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,274
- District Rank
- #37 of 45
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