Serving 793 students in grades 6-8, Marshall Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 793 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marshall Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Marshall Middle School's student population of 793 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
793 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Marshall Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marshall Middle School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#314 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
31%
5%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
2%
14%
White
60%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
54%
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 Middle School's ranking?
Marshall Middle School is ranked #314 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Marshall Middle School often compared to?
Marshall Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ingomar Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Marshall Middle School?
793 students attend Marshall Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Marshall Middle School students are White, 31% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marshall Middle School?
Marshall Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Marshall Middle School offer ?
Marshall Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Marshall Middle School part of?
Marshall Middle School is part of North Allegheny School District.
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