Serving 714 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Dr. Peter Marshall ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 714 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Dr. Peter Marshall School serves the northern part of Anaheim, CA, covering an attendance zone of approximately 0.6 square miles. Families living within this area typically have a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 0.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dr. Peter Marshall ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Dr. Peter Marshall's student population of 714 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
714 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dr. Peter Marshall ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dr. Peter Marshall is 0.38, 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
#1859 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
12%
Hispanic
78%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
7%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Scotties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr. Peter Marshall's ranking?
Dr. Peter Marshall is ranked #1859 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Dr. Peter Marshall often compared to?
Dr. Peter Marshallis often viewed alongside schools like Walt Disney, Ross (Betsy) Elementary School, Dr. Albert Schweitzer Leadership Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Dr. Peter Marshall?
714 students attend Dr. Peter Marshall.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Dr. Peter Marshall students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 7% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dr. Peter Marshall?
Dr. Peter Marshall has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Dr. Peter Marshall offer ?
Dr. Peter Marshall offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Dr. Peter Marshall part of?
Dr. Peter Marshall is part of Magnolia Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Dr. Peter Marshall located?
Dr. Peter Marshall is located in the Northwest Anaheim neighborhood of Anaheim, CA. There are 12 other public schools located in Northwest Anaheim.
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