Marshall (Thurgood) Elementary School

Students build a strong foundation for success at Thurgood Marshall Elementary School in Newark.

686 students in Newark head to Thurgood Marshall Elementary School in the Bear neighborhood.

Thurgood Marshall Elementary School in Newark features a 15 to 1 student-teacher ratio.

A welcoming and colorful entrance leads students into Thurgood Marshall Elementary in Newark.

Students prepare for a bright future at Thurgood Marshall Elementary School in Newark.

For recess, students in Newark can enjoy a large play area at Thurgood Marshall Elementary.

Thurgood Marshall Elementary can be found tucked away in Newark on Barrett Run Rd.

Marshall (Thurgood) Elementary School

Public Elementary School | Grade K-5

101 Barrett Run Dr, Newark, DE

Christina School District

5.0

4.7

570 Students

A-

Niche Grade

GreatSchools Rating

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
14:1

Math Proficiency
52%

Reading Proficiency
64%

A-

Academics

Teachers

Source: Niche

Niche Grade Details

Academics

Reading Proficiency

64%

Math Proficiency

52%

Teachers

Student Teacher Ratio

14:1

Teachers

Full Time Teachers

Teachers in First or Second Year

6.7%

Test Scores

Equity

Source: GreatSchools

GreatSchools Rating Details

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor

686:1

Student Diversity

Male

53.8%

Female

46.2%

Black

40.1%

Asian or Pacific Islander

21.8%

White

19.2%

Hispanic

13.3%

Two or more races

Native American

<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

5.0 NicheUser

7/2/2019

The teachers are awesome. They are creative hardworking and friendly. The teachers are very knowledgeable about the school and there is a great family atmosphere because of the teachers, paras and classroom staff.

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5.0 parent

10/16/2018

In all my years that I have been going to Thurgood Marshall I would really have to rate the school a 10 The staff the principal the assistant principal The teachers are wonderful they have a very good team of people in this School ... keep up the good work everyone.

5.0 parent

4/12/2018

My oldest son is finishing 5th grade there this year. It has been a wonderful 6 years at Marshall. We are both sad that his time there is ending. Awesome families, amazing events, caring and dedicated teachers, consistent, super communication, and the Crayon is their mascot! All-around superb!

5.0 parent

10/30/2017

My Son has been attending Marshall for years now, and his growth and understanding has been amazing to watch. The teachers thus far have been nothing but stellar, and the rest of the staff from admin - principal all clearly CARE about the students which makes for a much more effective learning exper...

5.0 parent

9/19/2017

My Son spent three years in this school and this is second year of my daughter. Excellent school and Staff.

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Average Home Value

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Median Lot Size

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% Renters

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Average Household Income

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% of College Grads

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Marshall (Thurgood) Elementary School is a public school for students in grades K-5 in Newark, DE, in the Bear neighborhood, and is served by the Christina School District in Delaware. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 570 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. Academic records show that 52% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 64% are proficient in reading. Marshall (Thurgood) Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A- and a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $479,327. Discover additional schools in the area, like Christiana High School, Glasgow High School, Fairwinds Christian School, and more. Learn more about what Newark has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Marshall (Thurgood) Elementary School.

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