At a glance
Reported students
500
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
33.6
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
14.9:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
PK–05
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Washington elementary enrollment
77th percentile
Compared with 1,223 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
367
Thurgood Marshall Elementary: 500 reported students.
State peer staffing position
34th percentile
14.9:1 reported; state peer median 15.7:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 424
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39.13
- Student–teacher ratio
- 10.8:1
What the reported data says about Thurgood Marshall Elementary
Thurgood Marshall Elementary is a public elementary school serving grades PK–05 in Seattle. It is one of 108 current school records connected to Seattle School District No. 1. NCES reports 500 students for 2024–25.
Among 1,223 elementary schools in Washington with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 406 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 77th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 14.9:1, close to the Washington median of 15.7:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (29.2%) and Black (22.2%). English learners represent 15.3% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 14.4%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Thurgood Marshall Elementary
- 1How do the reported 14.9:1 student–teacher ratio and 33.6 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 0.6 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 15.3%
- Students with disabilities
- 14.4%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 39%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 0.6
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1.17
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0.51
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White29.2%
- Hispanic14.6%
- Black22.2%
- Asian17.8%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.2%
- Multiracial15.2%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Seattle School District No. 1
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Arbor Heights Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
495 reported students
Olympic Hills Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
486 reported students
Loyal Heights Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05
527 reported students
Bryant Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05
470 reported students
Cascadia Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
531 reported students
Lafayette Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
532 reported students
Public schools near Thurgood Marshall Elementary
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leschi Elementary School Elementary · Seattle School District No. 1 | PK–05 | 240 | 0.9 mi |
| Beacon Hill International School Elementary · Seattle School District No. 1 | KG–05 | 348 | 0.9 mi |
| Bailey Gatzert Elementary School Elementary · Seattle School District No. 1 | PK–05 | 402 | 1 mi |
| Kimball Elementary School Elementary · Seattle School District No. 1 | PK–05 | 384 | 1.2 mi |
| John Muir Elementary School Elementary · Seattle School District No. 1 | PK–05 | 308 | 1.3 mi |
| Madrona K-5 School Elementary · Seattle School District No. 1 | PK–05 | 213 | 1.5 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Thurgood Marshall Elementary
What grades does Thurgood Marshall Elementary serve?
Thurgood Marshall Elementary reports grades PK–05 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Seattle School District No. 1.
How many students attend Thurgood Marshall Elementary?
Thurgood Marshall Elementary reported 500 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 77th percentile among 1,223 Washington elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 424 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Thurgood Marshall Elementary?
The calculated ratio is 14.9:1, based on 500 students and 33.6 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Washington median for the same school level is 15.7:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Thurgood Marshall Elementary a public, charter, or magnet school?
Thurgood Marshall Elementary is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Seattle School District No. 1 attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Thurgood Marshall Elementary students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
39% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Thurgood Marshall Elementary in?
Thurgood Marshall Elementary is part of Seattle School District No. 1, based in Seattle, WA, which operates 108 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Thurgood Marshall Elementary?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Leschi Elementary School (0.9 mi), Beacon Hill International School (0.9 mi), Bailey Gatzert Elementary School (1 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.