Thurgood Marshall Secondary School is a secondary school located in Pasadena, California, United States, at 990 North Allen Avenue, and is part of the Pasadena Unified School District.
Serving 1,689 students in grades 6-12, Marshall Fundamental ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 1,689 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marshall Fundamental ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Marshall Fundamental's student population of 1,689 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
1,689 students
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
Year Founded
1925
School Calendar
School Rankings
Marshall Fundamental ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marshall Fundamental is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4021 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
62%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
21%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bald Eagle
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marshall Fundamental's ranking?
Marshall Fundamental is ranked #4021 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Marshall Fundamental often compared to?
Marshall Fundamentalis often viewed alongside schools like Charles W. Eliot Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Marshall Fundamental?
The graduation rate of Marshall Fundamental is 96%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Marshall Fundamental?
1,689 students attend Marshall Fundamental.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Marshall Fundamental students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marshall Fundamental?
Marshall Fundamental has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Marshall Fundamental offer ?
Marshall Fundamental offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Marshall Fundamental part of?
Marshall Fundamental is part of Pasadena Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Marshall Fundamental located?
Marshall Fundamental is located in the Casa Grande neighborhood of Pasadena, CA.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Very strong academic/AP program, active PTA and a high level of parent involvement, strong music program, a wide variety of sports and other activities, most classrooms renovated less than 10 years ago. Many high-achieving families have chosen this school.
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