About the School
Thurgood Marshall Academy Public Charter School is a tuition-free, non-selective college-preparatory high school located in Washington, D.C.'s Anacostia neighborhood. Founded in 2001 by law students and professors from Georgetown University Law Center, the school serves approximately 338-400 students in grades 9-12, with a student-teacher ratio of 10:1. The academy is dedicated to providing quality education to all D.C. residents, regardless of their academic background, and has achieved consistent Tier 1 ratings from the DC Public Charter School Board. The curriculum focuses on rigorous college preparation, featuring Advanced Placement courses and a law-based emphasis that includes law-themed classes, debate, and internships at law firms. The school also offers extensive extracurricular activities in athletics, arts, and academics. With a commitment to holistic student development, Thurgood Marshall Academy provides mentoring, tutoring, and robust college programming to support stude