Serving 564 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Marsh Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) for the 2018-2019 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10% (which is lower than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 564 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Math Proficiency: 10%
- Reading Proficiency: 14%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marsh Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Marsh Elementary School's student population of 564 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
564 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Marsh Elementary School is 0.62, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)10%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)14%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
55%
56%
Black
28%
5%
White
6%
21%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Marsh Elementary School often compared to?
Marsh Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Antioch Charter Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Marsh Elementary School?
564 students attend Marsh Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Marsh Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marsh Elementary School?
Marsh Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Marsh Elementary School offer ?
Marsh Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Marsh Elementary School part of?
Marsh Elementary School is part of Antioch Unified School District.
School Reviews
5 2/6/2017
Marsh Elementary is such a wonderful school the office staff and teachers are amazing and care deeply for the children. The office staff is beyond amazing and the principal is one of the best things that has happened to this school she goes above and beyond in helping all the students and parents.
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