THURGOOD MARSHALL LEADERSHIP ACAD

Thurgood Marshall Leadership Acad is a Title I public charter elementary school with about 157 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 10 teachers, Thurgood Marshall Leadership Acad has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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 Leadership Academy, located in Fort Wayne, Indiana, is a public school that serves students in grades 6 through 8. As a dedicated leadership-focused institution, the academy aims to cultivate academic excellence while fostering the personal and professional development of its students. The school emphasizes character building, civic responsibility, and the development of 21st-century skills, striving to prepare middle schoolers for the rigors of high school and their future roles as community leaders.

The academy is part of the Fort Wayne Community Schools district and is known for its commitment to creating a structured, supportive environment that encourages student engagement. By integrating leadership principles into its curriculum and daily operations, Thurgood Marshall seeks to empower its diverse student body to take initiative, think critically, and collaborate effectively. The school serves as a cornerstone in the Weisser Park neighborhood, focusing on closing achievement gaps and providing students with the guidance necessary to succeed both inside and outside the classroom.

For more information, contact Thurgood Marshall Leadership Acad at (260) 755-0193 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.