Serving 408 students in grades 6-8, Marshall Math Science Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 12% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 408 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marshall Math Science Academy's student population of 408 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
408 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Service Through Science
School Rankings
Marshall Math Science Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marshall Math Science Academy is 0.61, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2156 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
38%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
50%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.3%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
59%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marshall Math Science Academy's ranking?
Marshall Math Science Academy is ranked #2156 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Marshall Math Science Academy often compared to?
Marshall Math Science Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Central Dauphin East Middle School, Susquehanna Twp Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Marshall Math Science Academy?
408 students attend Marshall Math Science Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Marshall Math Science Academy students are Black, 38% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marshall Math Science Academy?
Marshall Math Science Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Marshall Math Science Academy offer ?
Marshall Math Science Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Marshall Math Science Academy part of?
Marshall Math Science Academy is part of Harrisburg City School District.
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