Serving 955 students in grades 6-8, Marshall Academy Of The Arts ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 955 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marshall Academy Of The Arts ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Marshall Academy Of The Arts's student population of 955 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
955 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
Marshall Academy Of The Arts ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marshall Academy Of The Arts is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1914 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
12%
Hispanic
51%
56%
Black
11%
5%
White
20%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marshall Academy Of The Arts's ranking?
Marshall Academy Of The Arts is ranked #1914 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Marshall Academy Of The Arts often compared to?
Marshall Academy Of The Artsis often viewed alongside schools like Stanford Middle School, Bancroft Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Marshall Academy Of The Arts?
955 students attend Marshall Academy Of The Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Marshall Academy Of The Arts students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marshall Academy Of The Arts?
Marshall Academy Of The Arts has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Marshall Academy Of The Arts offer ?
Marshall Academy Of The Arts offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Marshall Academy Of The Arts part of?
Marshall Academy Of The Arts is part of Long Beach Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Marshall Academy Of The Arts located?
Marshall Academy Of The Arts is located in the South of Conant neighborhood of Long Beach, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in South of Conant.
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