Serving 616 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Marsh Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 8% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 616 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Marsh Elementary School serves the southeast part of its school district in Chicago, IL, covering an area of approximately 1.1 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 1 mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marsh Elementary School's student population of 616 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
616 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1910
School Calendar
School Motto
Expect Success
School Rankings
Marsh Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marsh Elementary School is 0.28, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2882 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
84%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.8%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
5%
5%
Showing 2003–2013. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Mustangs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marsh Elementary School's ranking?
Marsh Elementary School is ranked #2882 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Marsh Elementary School often compared to?
Marsh Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hoyne Elementary School, Addams Elementary School, Bright Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Marsh Elementary School?
616 students attend Marsh Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Marsh Elementary School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marsh Elementary School?
Marsh Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Marsh Elementary School offer ?
Marsh Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Marsh Elementary School part of?
Marsh Elementary School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299.
In what neighborhood is Marsh Elementary School located?
Marsh Elementary School is located in the Vets Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
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