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Marshall (Thurgood) Elementary School

101 Barrett Run Road, Newark, DE, 19702

About Marshall (Thurgood) Elementary School

Thurgood Marshall Elementary School is a public K–5 school in Newark, Delaware, which is a big suburb. The school has about 535 students and a student-to-teacher ratio of 14:1. It has 38 full-time equivalent teachers and one full-time school counselor. There are 45% girls and 55% boys in the school, and about 79% of the students are part of a minority group, which is higher than the state average. Data from U.S. News shows that academic performance is in line with: 46% of students at Marshall (Thurgood) Elementary School are proficient or better in Math, and 64% are proficient or better in Reading/ELA. This puts the school above state performance standards in both subjects. Marshall focuses on building a strong academic foundation and providing enrichment opportunities that keep students interested. The district doesn't publish spending data for each school, but it generally gives money at levels that keep core instructional resources and student-support programs going. The nearby suburban community is known for its safe neighborhoods and families that are involved in their communities.Marshall (Thurgood) Elementary School has strong reading and math scores, as well as a variety of learning environments. These are all good things, but there is still room for improvement. This school is the best school in Newark, Delaware.

Marshall (Thurgood) Elementary School Contact Information

Address

101 Barrett Run Road, Newark, DE, 19702

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Phone

(302) 454-4700

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 46%
Reading 64%
State average proficiency is 46% in Math and 64% in Reading.
38
Full-time Teachers
14 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
17
Teachers In First Or Second Year (yrs)
535
Total Students
$67814
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 11 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Marshall (Thurgood) Elementary School

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
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Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:45 AM to 3:15 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 8:30 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 21.12%
Asian 22.62%
Hispanic 13.83%
Black 36.07%
Two+ Races 5.61%
Native Am. 0.75%
White
21.12%
Asian
22.62%
Hispanic
13.83%
Black
36.07%
Two+ Races
5.61%
Native Am.
0.75%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 535
45.23%
242 Female
54.77%
293 Male

Student Population

535 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 14 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

535 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Thurgood The kids at Marshall Elementary are very happy because they just won the Sapphire Award for Excellence in School Counseling. This award goes to schools that go above and beyond to help their students and keep them healthy. Marshall counselors have started teaching kids about "growth mindset," which helps them feel more confident in their abilities and stronger.

FAQ

Q1. What grades do they go to?

Ans. Students in elementary school are served.


Q2. Do you offer workshops for families?

Ans. Yes, they happen throughout the year.


Q3. Does the school have computers and other technology?

Ans. For lessons, students use digital devices.


Q4. Is there a way to get around?

Ans. Buses follow set routes.


Q5. Are there any support services?

Ans. Students can get help with their schoolwork.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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