Serving 270 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Marshall John School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 270 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marshall John School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Marshall John School's student population of 270 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
270 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Marshall John School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marshall John School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2127 out of 2549 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
32%
14%
Black
60%
14%
White
5%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marshall John School's ranking?
Marshall John School is ranked #2127 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Marshall John School?
270 students attend Marshall John School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Marshall John School students are Black, 32% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marshall John School?
Marshall John School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Marshall John School offer ?
Marshall John School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Marshall John School part of?
Marshall John School is part of Philadelphia City SD School District.
In what neighborhood is Marshall John School located?
Marshall John School is located in the Frankford neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 8 other public schools located in Frankford.
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