THURGOOD MARSHALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Thurgood Marshall Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Rockford SD 205 school district, located in Rockford, IL with about 401 students offering grade levels from 1st Grade to 4th Grade. With about 21 teachers, Thurgood Marshall Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Thurgood Marshall Elementary School, located at 4704 N. Rockton Ave in Rockford, Illinois, is a public elementary school serving students within the Rockford Public School District (District 205). Named in honor of the first African American Supreme Court Justice, the school is situated in a residential area and plays a central role in the local community. It provides a foundational educational experience for students in the pre-kindergarten through fifth-grade range, focusing on core academic subjects while striving to meet the diverse developmental needs of its student body.

As part of the Rockford school system, Thurgood Marshall emphasizes the district’s commitment to academic growth, social-emotional learning, and equity. The school utilizes various resources and instructional strategies to support literacy and numeracy, aiming to prepare its students for the transition to middle school. By maintaining a focus on fostering a supportive learning environment, the faculty and staff work to ensure that students build the essential skills and character traits necessary to succeed both inside and outside the classroom.

For more information, contact Thurgood Marshall Elementary at (815) 966-3370 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.