John Marshall Senior High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 95 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,004 students
Total Classroom Teachers
95 teachers
School Rankings
John Marshall Senior High School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
Overall Testing Rank
#2402 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
22:1
American Indian
(21-22)n/a
1%
Asian
(21-22)16%
12%
Hispanic
(21-22)63%
56%
Black
(21-22)2%
5%
White
(21-22)17%
21%
Hawaiian
(21-22)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(21-22)2%
5%
Graduation Rate
94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch (21-22)
59%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John Marshall Senior High School's ranking?
John Marshall Senior High School is ranked #2402 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of John Marshall Senior High School?
The graduation rate of John Marshall Senior High School is 94%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend John Marshall Senior High School?
2,004 students attend John Marshall Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of John Marshall Senior High School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does John Marshall Senior High School offer ?
John Marshall Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is John Marshall Senior High School part of?
John Marshall Senior High School is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is John Marshall Senior High School located?
John Marshall Senior High School is located in the Central LA neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 62 other public schools located in Central LA.
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