Needs Improvement
#9313 of 9,539 schools in CA
Marshall Elementary
Elementary School · San Francisco Unified
1575 15th St., San Francisco, CA 94103
Enrollment
247
Student-Teacher
24.7:1
Score
3.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
247
Student-Teacher
24.7:1
Score
3.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#9,313 of 9,539
In San Francisco
#117 of 120
public schools
In district
#101 of 103
San Francisco Unified
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About Marshall Elementary
Marshall Elementary is a public elementary school in San Francisco, CA, part of San Francisco Unified. Marshall Elementary serves approximately 247 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 24.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Marshall Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 out of 10 and ranks #9,313 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Marshall Elementary show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.0 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Marshall Elementary runs 24.7:1 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.
43% of students at 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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Marshall Elementary — Students at Marshall Elementary score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80.6%
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
↓ 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 Marshall Elementary Compares
See how Marshall Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1575 15th St., San Francisco, CA 94103
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Marshall Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Muir (John) Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PRESIDIO KNOLLS SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SAN FRANCISCO FRIENDS SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Francisco, see our San Francisco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| San Francisco Friends School San Francisco | 0.3 mi | — |
| SAN FRANCISCO FRIENDS SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.3 mi | 6.8 |
| La Scuola International School San Francisco | 0.3 mi | — |
| LA SCUOLA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.3 mi | 6.8 |
| CHILDREN'S DAY SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.4 mi | 5.7 |
| O'Connell (John) High San Francisco | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| PRESIDIO KNOLLS SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Mission Dolores Academy San Francisco | 0.5 mi | — |
| MISSION DOLORES ACADEMY San Francisco | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Presidio Knolls School San Francisco | 0.6 mi | — |
| Mission High San Francisco | 0.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Everett Middle San Francisco | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| MISSION MONTESSORI San Francisco | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Sanchez Elementary San Francisco | 0.7 mi | 3.2 |
| Moscone (George R.) Elementary San Francisco | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Chavez (Cesar) Elementary San Francisco | 0.8 mi | 3.4 |
| Muir (John) Elementary San Francisco | 0.7 mi | 9.2 |
| Eclipse Academy San Francisco | 0.8 mi | — |
| Buena Vista/ Horace Mann K-8 San Francisco | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| MILLENNIUM SCHOOL OF SAN FRANCISCO San Francisco | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94103 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$122,339
Median Home Value
$1,057,600
Median Rent
$2,146/mo
Population
33,524
College Educated
55.9%
Homeownership
19.2%
Avg Commute
26.4 min
Poverty Rate
19%
Median Age
36.4
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| Grass Valley Elementary Oakland, CA | 3.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Marshall Elementary
What grades does Marshall Elementary serve?
Marshall Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Marshall Elementary?
Marshall Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 247 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Marshall Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Marshall Elementary is 24.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Marshall Elementary rank in CA?
Marshall Elementary ranks #9,313 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Marshall Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Marshall Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 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 Marshall Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Marshall Elementary has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Marshall Elementary a charter school?
No, Marshall Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Marshall Elementary a Title I school?
No, Marshall Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Marshall Elementary?
80.6% of students at 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 247
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Francisco County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.9%
- Phone
- (415) 241-6280
Resources & Links
District
San Francisco Unified- District Enrollment
- 48,736
- Schools in District
- 113
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,909
- District Rank
- #101 of 103
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