Thurgood Marshall Secondary School

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Thurgood Marshall Secondary School

Public Middle, High School | Grade 6-12
990 N Allen Ave,  Pasadena, CA
Pasadena Unified School District
3.7
3.5
1,689 Students
A-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Mark Anderson
Student Teacher Ratio
21:1
Average SAT Score
1210
Average ACT Score
27
Math Proficiency
37%
Reading Proficiency
52%
Average GPA
3.55
Graduation Rate
96%

Niche Grade

A-
Academics
B-
Teachers
A
College Prep
B
Administration
D+
Resources/Facilities
C
Clubs and Activities
C
Sports
C
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.55
Reading Proficiency
52%
Math Proficiency
37%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
21:1
Teachers
79
Full Time Teachers
79
Teachers in First or Second Year
44.1%
College Prep
Average SAT
1210
Math
590
Verbal
610
Average ACT
27
Math
25
English
27
Reading
29
Science
26
Number of AP Courses
17
AP Math Enrollment
Very High
AP Science Enrollment
Very High
Other AP Enrollment
Very High
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
18.3%
State Average
19.4%
Science
13%
State Average
11.2%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
447:1

Student Diversity

Male
53.2%
Female
46.6%
Hispanic
62.1%
White
20.5%
Black
5.7%
Asian
3.7%
Filipino
3.4%
Two or more races
3.4%
Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%

School Rankings

#58 Niche Standout MS in California
#113 Niche Standout HS in California
#149 Best College Prep Public HS in California
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of California - Los Angeles 370 Students
University of California - San Diego 223 Students
University of California - Berkeley 215 Students
California State University - Northridge 214 Students
University of California - Santa Barbara 210 Students
University of Southern California 210 Students
University of California - Irvine 209 Students
San Diego State University 197 Students
University of California - Santa Cruz 159 Students
Pasadena City College 153 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Psychology 127 Students
Business 94 Students
Biology 72 Students
Nursing 70 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 43 Students
Political Science and Government 41 Students
Film and Video Studies 36 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 35 Students
Computer Science 35 Students
Sociology 35 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.7 276 Reviews
5.0 Senior
7/30/2024
Marshall has become a home to my creative aspirations as it has provided me with many opportunities to develop my love of the performing arts with its astounding creative arts programs and encouraging staff. Despite recent safety concerns due to student internal issues leading to violence I still trust Marshall with my education and am proud to be graduating from this institution.
4.0 Senior
7/15/2024
The best parts of my school are the community and the extracurriculars. The worst parts are the facilities and the lack of diverse course options. I would like to see better access to resources and knowledge regarding college, SATs, ACTs, and dual enrollment.
4.0 Senior
4/29/2024
Overall, my time at Marshall has been pleasant, and I have little complaints. The teachers are kind, helpful, and insightful, passing on valuable information. Unfortunately, a lack of funding leaves the school disadvantaged at times.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.5 20 Reviews
5.0 parent
6/2/2026
The 6-12 model has been a great experience. The teachers are incredibly invested in the growth of these children. The students are sharp, well rounded and just so kind. The 6-12 model is based on research and evidence based literature that proves effective in preparing children for college and beyon...
2.0 other
1/13/2026
This was the worst school I ever attended I was bullied all the time from 8th grade to 11th grade and pushed away from friend groups I wish the school improved more on having connections with other students especially with social mishaps and are shy to speak up.
1.0 parent
11/30/2025
Horrible school and leadership. Your child could be in danger and no one will do anything about it. They will even protect and accommodate bullies here. Would never recommend.
1.0 parent
3/2/2024
This school has been nothing but trouble since my child has entered. The principal is incompetent with handling the delinquent kids that cause issues for the rest of the students. They continue to harrass faculty/teachers and other students because they only get warnings. The stories my kid tells me...

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Thurgood Marshall Secondary School is a public school for students in grades 6-12 in Pasadena, CA and is served by the Pasadena Unified School District in California. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 1,689 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 21:1. Academic records show that 37% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 52% are proficient in reading. Thurgood Marshall Secondary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A- and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.55, the graduation rate is 96%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1210 and an ACT score of 27. The average home value in this area is $1,466,109. Discover additional schools in the area, like Pasadena High School, San Marino High School, John Muir High School, and more. Learn more about what Pasadena has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Thurgood Marshall Secondary School.

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