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#3635 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 38% in state
Floyd I. Marchus
School · Contra Costa County Office of Education
2900 Avon Ave., Concord, CA 94520
Enrollment
41
Student-Teacher
5.1:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
41
Student-Teacher
5.1:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Concord
#4 of 23
public schools
California schools
#79 of 475
In district
#1 of 4
Contra Costa County Office of Education
School environment
10.0 / 10
Exceptional
About Floyd I. Marchus
Floyd I. Marchus is a regular public school in Concord, California, located at 2900 Avon Avenue. Spanning from kindergarten through twelfth grade, the school serves a small but tight-knit community of just 41 students and eight full-time equivalent teachers.
With a student-teacher ratio of 5.1:1, Floyd I. Marchus offers personalized attention to each student, fostering an environment where every individual can thrive. While the MySchoolScout rating is currently 4.6 out of 10 and the state ranking is #6100 out of 9566 schools in California (36th percentile), Floyd I.
Marchus focuses on nurturing its students' overall development rather than solely academic achievements. The school's academic performance, with only 10% proficiency in ELA/Reading and 8% in Math across all grade levels, suggests there is room for improvement and growth. Floyd I.
Marchus is situated in a large suburban area of Concord, offering students access to both community resources and the larger city environment nearby.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 41 students, Floyd I. Marchus is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
While current test scores at Floyd I. Marchus are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.
With a student-teacher ratio of 5.1:1, Floyd I. Marchus offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Floyd I. Marchus — Students at Floyd I. Marchus score 13% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
51.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 4 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.7/10.
How Floyd I. Marchus Compares
See how Floyd I. Marchus performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 5% (2019) to 11.11% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 5% (2019) to 15.79% (2024).
Location
2900 Avon Ave., Concord, CA 94520
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Floyd I. Marchus may also want to explore other schools in the area. THE CONCORDIA SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 2.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Holbrook Language Academy (rated 6.7/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, DE LA SALLE ACADEMY (rated 6.6/10, 1.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Concord, see our Concord schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Rocketship Futuro Academy Redwood City | 0.6 mi | 4.2 |
| Glenbrook Academy Concord | 0.6 mi | — |
| Mt. Diablo High Concord | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| QUEEN OF ALL SAINTS SCHOOL Concord | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Queen of All Saints Elementary Concord | 1.1 mi | — |
| Sun Terrace Elementary Concord | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| De La Salle Academy, Inc. Concord | 1.3 mi | — |
| DE LA SALLE ACADEMY Concord | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Anova Center for Education, Contra Costa Concord | 1.3 mi | — |
| ANOVA CENTER FOR EDUCATION Concord | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Holbrook Language Academy Concord | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| BEGINNINGS & BEYOND MONTESSORI Concord | 1.4 mi | — |
| Olympic Continuation High Concord | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Orion Academy Concord | 1.6 mi | — |
| Crossroads High Concord | 1.5 mi | — |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF CONCORD Concord | 1.6 mi | — |
| Building Connections Academy Concord | 1.7 mi | — |
| Meadow Homes Elementary Concord | 2.1 mi | 2.8 |
| THE CONCORDIA SCHOOL Concord | 2.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Wren Avenue Elementary Concord | 1.9 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94520 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,790
Median Home Value
$572,400
Median Rent
$2,118/mo
Population
36,767
College Educated
29.9%
Homeownership
37.4%
Avg Commute
30.2 min
Poverty Rate
12.9%
Median Age
34.6
Community Profile
The community surrounding Floyd I. Marchus has a median household income of $79,790. It is an area where 30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $572,400, with a median rent of $2,118/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.9%. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CREATIVE LEARNING CENTER Redwood City, CA | 6.9 |
| DEL SOL SCHOOL, INC Cypress, CA | 6.9 |
| HILL POINT MONTESSORI PREPARATORY SCHOOL West Hills, CA | 6.9 |
| North Coastal Consortium Schools San Marcos, CA | 6.9 |
| Santa Barbara County Special Education Santa Barbara, CA | 7.0 |
| Butte County Community Chico, CA | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Floyd I. Marchus
What grades does Floyd I. Marchus serve?
Floyd I. Marchus serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Floyd I. Marchus?
Floyd I. Marchus has an enrollment of approximately 41 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Floyd I. Marchus?
The student-teacher ratio at Floyd I. Marchus is 5.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Floyd I. Marchus rank in CA?
Floyd I. Marchus is ranked #3635 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Floyd I. Marchus's MySchoolScout rating?
Floyd I. Marchus has a composite rating of 6.9 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Floyd I. Marchus?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Floyd I. Marchus has 8.1% math proficiency and 10.4% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Floyd I. Marchus a charter school?
No, Floyd I. Marchus is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Floyd I. Marchus a Title I school?
No, Floyd I. Marchus is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Floyd I. Marchus?
51.2% of students at Floyd I. Marchus qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (3,431/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Concord). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 41
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 51.2%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Contra Costa County
- Phone
- (925) 602-3421
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Contra Costa County Office of Education- District Enrollment
- 309
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $265,702
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
Other Schools in This District
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