Below Average
#7966 of 9,539 schools in CA
Marlton
School · Los Angeles Unified
4000 Santo Tomas Dr., Los Angeles, CA 90008
Enrollment
135
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
135
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,966 of 9,539
In Los Angeles
#518 of 563
public schools
In district
#742 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Marlton
Marlton is a public school in Los Angeles, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Marlton serves approximately 135 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. Marlton has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #7,966 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Marlton show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 135 students, Marlton is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 9:1 students to teachers, Marlton sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
47% of students at Marlton 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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Marlton — Students at Marlton score 2% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 26 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: 4.8/10.
How Marlton Compares
See how Marlton 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
4000 Santo Tomas Dr., Los Angeles, CA 90008
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Marlton may also want to explore other schools in the area. CATCH Prep Charter High Inc. (rated 7.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ICEF View Park Preparatory Middle (rated 7.7/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ICEF View Park Preparatory Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Los Angeles, see our Los Angeles schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90008 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,822
Median Home Value
$1,003,000
Median Rent
$1,589/mo
Population
33,443
College Educated
33.2%
Homeownership
30.4%
Avg Commute
35.3 min
Poverty Rate
16.3%
Median Age
41.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Marlton
What grades does Marlton serve?
Marlton serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Marlton?
Marlton has an enrollment of approximately 135 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Marlton?
The student-teacher ratio at Marlton is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Marlton rank in CA?
Marlton ranks #7,966 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Marlton's MySchoolScout rating?
Marlton has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Marlton?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Marlton has 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 11% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Marlton a charter school?
No, Marlton is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Marlton a Title I school?
No, Marlton is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Marlton?
93.3% of students at Marlton 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 – 12th
- Enrollment
- 135
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.3%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.7%
- Phone
- (323) 296-7680
- 4-Year Graduation
- <50%
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #742 of 769
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