Serving 940 students in grades 6-8, Marshall Academy Of The Arts ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 940 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Marshall Academy of the Arts serves the northeast part of Long Beach, CA, covering an attendance zone of approximately 2.6 square miles. Most families are typically a 5 to 10-minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 1.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marshall Academy Of The Arts ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Marshall Academy Of The Arts's student population of 940 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
940 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
Campus Size
3 acres
School Motto
The Art of Achievement
School Rankings
Marshall Academy Of The Arts ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marshall Academy Of The Arts is 0.68, which is more 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
#2110 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
9%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
50%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
22%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marshall Academy Of The Arts's ranking?
Marshall Academy Of The Arts is ranked #2110 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Marshall Academy Of The Arts often compared to?
Marshall Academy Of The Artsis often viewed alongside schools like Stanford Middle School, Bancroft Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Marshall Academy Of The Arts?
940 students attend Marshall Academy Of The Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Marshall Academy Of The Arts students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marshall Academy Of The Arts?
Marshall Academy Of The Arts has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Marshall Academy Of The Arts offer ?
Marshall Academy Of The Arts offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Marshall Academy Of The Arts part of?
Marshall Academy Of The Arts is part of Long Beach Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Marshall Academy Of The Arts located?
Marshall Academy Of The Arts is located in the South of Conant neighborhood of Long Beach, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in South of Conant.
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