Serving 463 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Marshall Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 84% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 463 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Marshall Elementary School serves the northern part of Byron Center, MI, covering an attendance zone of approximately 10.5 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest points of the zone located about 4.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marshall Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Marshall Elementary School's student population of 463 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
463 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Marshall Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marshall Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#34 out of 3025 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
9%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
75%
63%
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.2%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marshall Elementary School's ranking?
Marshall Elementary School is ranked #34 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Marshall Elementary School often compared to?
Marshall Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brown Elementary School, Cross Creek Charter Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Marshall Elementary School?
463 students attend Marshall Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Marshall Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marshall Elementary School?
Marshall Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Marshall Elementary School offer ?
Marshall Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marshall Elementary School part of?
Marshall Elementary School is part of Byron Center School District.
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