Excellent
#597 of 9,539 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
8.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,903
Student-Teacher
19.6:1
Score
8.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#597 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#65 of 563
public schools
In district
#82 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About John Marshall Senior High
John Marshall Senior High is a public high school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. John Marshall Senior High serves approximately 1,903 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 19.6:1 student-teacher ratio. John Marshall Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #597 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for John Marshall Senior High show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
What's said publicly about John Marshall Senior High
Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.
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- This school 8.7 · Excellent
- District avg 6.7
- CA avg 6.5
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 30 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: 9.7/10.
How John Marshall Senior High Compares
See how John Marshall Senior High 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
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 9.3/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Franklin Avenue Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Thomas Starr King Middle School Film and Media Magnet (rated 8.9/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar 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
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Compare John Marshall Senior High with similar schools nearby
Side-by-side ratings, test scores, and demographics for the schools parents most often weigh against this one.
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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 ranks #597 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is John Marshall Senior High's MySchoolScout rating?
John Marshall Senior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 John Marshall Senior High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John Marshall Senior High has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
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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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
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.3%
- Phone
- (323) 671-1400
- 4-Year Graduation
- 92.0%
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #82 of 769
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