Serving 1,359 students in grades 6-8, Marshall Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,359 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 67% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Marshall Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
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Marshall Middle School's student population of 1,359 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,359 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Year Founded
1998
Campus Size
20 acres
Average Class Size
23 students
Marshall Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marshall Middle School is 0.71, 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
#452 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
37%
12%
Hispanic
12%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
36%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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What is Marshall Middle School's ranking?
Marshall Middle School is ranked #452 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Marshall Middle School often compared to?
Marshall Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Challenger Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Marshall Middle School?
1,359 students attend Marshall Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Marshall Middle School students are Asian, 36% of students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marshall Middle School?
Marshall Middle School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
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 San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Marshall Middle School located?
Marshall Middle School is located in the Scripps Ranch neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 4 other public schools located in Scripps Ranch.
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Event
Date
SPRING BREAK
March 30, 2026 (Monday)
Last Day of School
May 28, 2026 (Thursday)
First Day of School
August 10, 2026 (Monday)
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