Excellent
#544 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 6% in state
John Marshall Senior High
High School · Los Angeles Unified
3939 Tracy St., Los Angeles, CA 90027
Enrollment
1,903
Student-Teacher
19.6:1
Score
8.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,903
Student-Teacher
19.6:1
Score
8.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Los Angeles
#113 of 563
public schools
California high schools
#82 of 1,892
In district
#166 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Equity
9.1 / 10
Exceptional
About John Marshall Senior High
John Marshall Senior High is a public high school in Los Angeles, CA, part of the Los Angeles Unified. The school serves approximately 1,903 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 19.6:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.6/10, placing it in the 94.3th percentile among CA schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 48% proficiency in math, 16 points above the state average and 69% in reading/language arts, 18 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in school environment (9.0/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $90,532, where 58% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large city setting.
What's said publicly about John Marshall Senior High
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Score Breakdown
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John Marshall Senior High — Students at John Marshall Senior High score 55% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
68.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 8 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.4/10.
How John Marshall Senior High Compares
See how John Marshall Senior High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 43% (2019) to 46.46% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 69% (2019) to 63.61% (2024).
Location
3939 Tracy St., Los Angeles, CA 90027
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John Marshall Senior High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Micheltorena Street Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Franklin Avenue Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Lexington Avenue Primary Center (rated 8.1/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90027 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$90,532
Median Home Value
$1,747,200
Median Rent
$1,904/mo
Population
46,049
College Educated
58.2%
Homeownership
20.3%
Avg Commute
29.3 min
Poverty Rate
14.2%
Median Age
38.2
Community Profile
The community surrounding John Marshall Senior High has a median household income of $90,532. It is a well-educated community where 58% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,747,200, with a median rent of $1,904/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.2%. The average commute for residents is 29 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 |
|---|---|
| Alexander Hamilton Senior High Los Angeles, CA | 8.6 |
| Glen A. Wilson High Hacienda Heights, CA | 8.6 |
| Los Gatos High Los Gatos, CA | 8.6 |
| Nathaniel Narbonne Senior High Harbor City, CA | 8.6 |
| Newport Harbor High Costa Mesa, CA | 8.6 |
| Palos Verdes Peninsula High Rolling Hills Estates, CA | 8.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John Marshall Senior High
What grades does John Marshall Senior High serve?
John Marshall Senior High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend John Marshall Senior High?
John Marshall Senior High has an enrollment of approximately 1,903 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John Marshall Senior High?
The student-teacher ratio at John Marshall Senior High is 19.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John Marshall Senior High rank in CA?
John Marshall Senior High is ranked #544 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is John Marshall Senior High's MySchoolScout rating?
John Marshall Senior High has a composite rating of 8.6 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 John Marshall Senior High?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, John Marshall Senior High has 48.2% math proficiency and 69.1% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is John Marshall Senior High a charter school?
No, John Marshall Senior High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John Marshall Senior High a Title I school?
No, John Marshall Senior High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John Marshall Senior High?
68.6% of students at John Marshall Senior High qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 79 Very Walkable
- Transit Score
- 50 Good Transit
- Bike Score
- 72 Very Bikeable
- City Safety
- High (2,223/100K)
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,903
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 97
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 68.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Phone
- (323) 671-1400
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #166 of 769
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Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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