THURGOOD MARSHALL ACADEMY PCS

Thurgood Marshall Academy PCS is a Title I public charter high school that is part of the Thurgood Marshall Academy PCS school district, located in Washington, DC with about 383 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th 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 32 teachers, Thurgood Marshall Academy PCS has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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 (TMA) is a high-performing, college-preparatory public charter school located in the Anacostia neighborhood of Washington, D.C. Serving students in grades 9 through 12, the school was founded with the mission of preparing students from Ward 8 to succeed in college and become active, informed citizens. Named after the legendary Supreme Court Justice, the academy places a heavy emphasis on academic rigor, legal literacy, and community advocacy, providing students with a curriculum that challenges them to think critically about the law and social justice.

Beyond its core academic program, Thurgood Marshall Academy is well-regarded for its robust student support systems and its commitment to college persistence. The school fosters a culture of high expectations, offering extensive after-school tutoring, legal internships, and individualized college counseling to ensure that its graduates are not only accepted into higher education institutions but are also prepared to thrive once they arrive. By maintaining a supportive and structured environment, TMA serves as a significant pillar for educational equity in the Southeast D.C. community.

For more information, contact Thurgood Marshall Academy PCS at (202) 563-6862 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.