THURGOOD MARSHALL ACADEMY LOWER SCHOOL

THURGOOD MARSHALL ACADEMY LOWER SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 5 school district, located in NEW YORK, NY with about 222 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th 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 17 teachers, THURGOOD MARSHALL ACADEMY LOWER SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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 ACADEMY LOWER SCHOOL (TMALS), located in the Harlem neighborhood of New York City, is a public elementary school serving students in grades Pre-K through 5. Part of the New York City Department of Education, the school is founded on the philosophy that all children can achieve academic excellence when provided with a supportive, rigorous, and culturally responsive learning environment. The school emphasizes a holistic approach to education, aiming to foster both the intellectual growth and the character development of its students, honoring the legacy of the civil rights icon for whom it is named.

The academic culture at TMALS is characterized by a strong commitment to literacy and inquiry-based learning, often integrating arts and social-emotional development into the daily curriculum. The school prides itself on its community-oriented atmosphere, focusing on building strong partnerships between families and educators. By prioritizing a safe and inclusive environment, THURGOOD MARSHALL ACADEMY LOWER SCHOOL strives to prepare its young learners not only for the rigors of middle school but to become thoughtful, engaged citizens within their community.

For more information, contact THURGOOD MARSHALL ACADEMY LOWER SCHOOL at (212) 368-8731 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.