Below Average
#8592 of 9,539 schools in CA
James Marshall Elementary
Elementary School · Sacramento City Unified
9525 Goethe Rd., Sacramento, CA 95827
Enrollment
334
Student-Teacher
23.9:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
334
Student-Teacher
23.9:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,592 of 9,539
In Sacramento
#161 of 198
public schools
In district
#53 of 71
Sacramento City Unified
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About James Marshall Elementary
James Marshall Elementary is a public elementary school in Sacramento, CA, part of Sacramento City Unified. James Marshall Elementary serves approximately 334 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 23.9:1 student-teacher ratio. James Marshall Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #8,592 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for James Marshall Elementary show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 5.1
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
James Marshall Elementary runs 23.9:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
34% of students at James Marshall Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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James Marshall Elementary — Students at James Marshall Elementary score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
73.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.6/10.
How James Marshall Elementary Compares
See how James Marshall Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
9525 Goethe Rd., Sacramento, CA 95827
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering James Marshall Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Growth Public (rated 7.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Del Dayo Elementary (rated 6.0/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Carmichael), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Golden Empire Elementary (rated 4.6/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Sacramento, see our Sacramento schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CAPITAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sacramento | 0.3 mi | 6.2 |
| El Centro Jr./Sr. High Sacramento | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| MOUNTAIN VALLEY SCHOOL Sacramento | 0.6 mi | — |
| SIERRA SCHOOL Sacramento | 0.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Albert Einstein Middle Sacramento | 0.7 mi | 3.8 |
| Rosemont High Sacramento | 0.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Growth Public Sacramento | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Sequoia Elementary Sacramento | 1.1 mi | 4.5 |
| A. M. Winn Waldorf-Inspired Sacramento | 1.3 mi | 3.9 |
| KOREAN SCHOOL OF SACRAMENTO Sacramento | 1.2 mi | 2.6 |
| O. W. Erlewine Elementary Sacramento | 1.3 mi | 4.4 |
| Rio Americano High Sacramento | 1.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Isador Cohen Elementary Sacramento | 1.5 mi | 3.1 |
| George Washington Carver School of Arts and Science Sacramento | 1.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Golden Empire Elementary Sacramento | 1.6 mi | 4.6 |
| Jesuit High School Carmichael | 2.2 mi | — |
| JESUIT HIGH SCHOOL Carmichael | 2.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Abraham Lincoln Elementary Sacramento | 1.9 mi | 3.4 |
| Del Dayo Elementary Carmichael | 2.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Sierra-Enterprise Elementary Sacramento | 2.3 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95827 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,382
Median Home Value
$419,500
Median Rent
$1,790/mo
Population
21,032
College Educated
27.4%
Homeownership
61.7%
Avg Commute
26.7 min
Poverty Rate
12.1%
Median Age
35.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about James Marshall Elementary
What grades does James Marshall Elementary serve?
James Marshall Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend James Marshall Elementary?
James Marshall Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 334 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at James Marshall Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at James Marshall Elementary is 23.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does James Marshall Elementary rank in CA?
James Marshall Elementary ranks #8,592 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is James Marshall Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
James Marshall Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at James Marshall Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, James Marshall Elementary has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is James Marshall Elementary a charter school?
No, James Marshall Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is James Marshall Elementary a Title I school?
No, James Marshall Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for James Marshall Elementary?
73.4% of students at James Marshall Elementary 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
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 334
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 73.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Sacramento County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.4%
- Phone
- (916) 395-4605
Resources & Links
District
Sacramento City Unified- District Enrollment
- 38,268
- Schools in District
- 73
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,892
- District Rank
- #53 of 71
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