THURGOOD MARSHALL SCHOOL

Thurgood Marshall School is a public middle school that is part of the Rockford SD 205 school district, located in Rockford, IL with about 464 students offering grade levels from 5th Grade to 8th Grade. With about 23 teachers, Thurgood Marshall School has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. 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 School, located at 4664 N. Rockton Ave in Rockford, Illinois, is a public elementary school serving the Rockford Public School District (District 205). The school is named in honor of Thurgood Marshall, the first African American Supreme Court Justice, reflecting a commitment to academic achievement, civic responsibility, and the pursuit of equality through education.

The school serves a diverse student population and focuses on foundational learning, emphasizing core subjects like literacy and mathematics while providing a supportive environment for social-emotional growth. As part of the Rockford Public Schools system, Thurgood Marshall works to prepare its students for middle school success by implementing district-wide curricula and engaging the surrounding community to foster a collaborative learning atmosphere.

For more information, contact Thurgood Marshall School at (815) 490-5400 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.