Serving 712 students in grades 6-8, Thomas C Marsh Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 712 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thomas C Marsh Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Thomas C Marsh Middle School's student population of 712 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
712 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Rankings
Thomas C Marsh Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thomas C Marsh Middle School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5661 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
93%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
2%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bullfighter
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thomas C Marsh Middle School's ranking?
Thomas C Marsh Middle School is ranked #5661 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Thomas C Marsh Middle School?
712 students attend Thomas C Marsh Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Thomas C Marsh Middle School students are Hispanic, 3% 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 Thomas C Marsh Middle School?
Thomas C Marsh Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Thomas C Marsh Middle School offer ?
Thomas C Marsh Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Thomas C Marsh Middle School part of?
Thomas C Marsh Middle School is part of Dallas Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Thomas C Marsh Middle School located?
Thomas C Marsh Middle School is located in the Northwest Dallas neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 17 other public schools located in Northwest Dallas.
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