Serving 530 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Marsh Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 7% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 530 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marsh Elementary School's student population of 530 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
530 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Marsh Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marsh Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#9383 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
55%
55%
Black
28%
5%
White
5%
21%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marsh Elementary School's ranking?
Marsh Elementary School is ranked #9383 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Marsh Elementary School often compared to?
Marsh Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Antioch Charter Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Marsh Elementary School?
530 students attend Marsh Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Marsh Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marsh Elementary School?
Marsh Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Marsh Elementary School offer ?
Marsh Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Marsh Elementary School part of?
Marsh Elementary School is part of Antioch Unified School District.
School Reviews
5 2/6/2017
Marsh Elementary is such a wonderful school the office staff and teachers are amazing and care deeply for the children. The office staff is beyond amazing and the principal is one of the best things that has happened to this school she goes above and beyond in helping all the students and parents.
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