Below Average
#3465 of 3,813 schools in IL
A O Marshall Elem School
Elementary School · Joliet PSD 86
319 Harwood St, Joliet, IL 60432
Enrollment
235
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
235
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#3,465 of 3,813
In Joliet
#21 of 31
public schools
In district
#12 of 20
Joliet PSD 86
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A O Marshall Elem School
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About A O Marshall Elem School
A O Marshall Elem School is a public elementary school in Joliet, IL, part of Joliet PSD 86. A O Marshall Elem School serves approximately 235 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. A O Marshall Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,465 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for A O Marshall Elem School show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 4.5
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
48% of students at A O Marshall Elem School 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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A O Marshall Elem School — Students at A O Marshall Elem School score 2% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 4%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 3.5/10.
How A O Marshall Elem School Compares
See how A O Marshall Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
319 Harwood St, Joliet, IL 60432
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering A O Marshall Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Union Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Eisenhower Academy (rated 8.9/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Cherry Hill Elem and EC Center (rated 8.1/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby New Lenox), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Joliet, see our Joliet schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Gompers Junior High School Joliet | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Isaac Singleton Elem Sch Joliet | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| T E Culbertson Elem School Joliet | 0.6 mi | 3.3 |
| Eisenhower Academy Joliet | 1.1 mi | 8.9 |
| Forest Park Individual Ed School Joliet | 1.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Woodland Elem School Joliet | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| HOPEWELL CAREER ACADEMY - JOILET Joliet | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Sator Sanchez Elem School Joliet | 1.5 mi | 3.7 |
| Edna Keith Elem School Joliet | 1.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Joliet Central High School Joliet | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Cherry Hill Elem and EC Center New Lenox | 1.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Washington Jr High & Academy Prgm Joliet | 1.8 mi | 6.6 |
| VILASECA JOSEPHINE CENTER Joliet | 1.9 mi | — |
| Fairmont School Lockport | 2.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Union Elementary School Joliet | 2.6 mi | 9.5 |
| ST MARY NATIVITY SCHOOL Joliet | 2.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Laraway School Joliet | 2.8 mi | 7.2 |
| ST JOSEPH ACADEMY Joliet | 2.3 mi | — |
| PROVIDENCE CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL New Lenox | 2.4 mi | 4.5 |
| PROVIDENCE CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL New Lenox | 2.4 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60432 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,099
Median Home Value
$185,100
Median Rent
$1,261/mo
Population
20,098
College Educated
12.9%
Homeownership
57.1%
Avg Commute
29.4 min
Poverty Rate
18.6%
Median Age
33.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Beethoven Elem School Chicago, IL | 4.1 |
| Benjamin Franklin Elem School Moline, IL | 4.1 |
| Central City Elem School Centralia, IL | 4.1 |
| Douglas Elementary School Princeton, IL | 4.1 |
| Fairview Elem School Springfield, IL | 4.1 |
| Graham A Elem School Chicago, IL | 4.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about A O Marshall Elem School
What grades does A O Marshall Elem School serve?
A O Marshall Elem School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend A O Marshall Elem School?
A O Marshall Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 235 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at A O Marshall Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at A O Marshall Elem School is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does A O Marshall Elem School rank in IL?
A O Marshall Elem School ranks #3,465 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is A O Marshall Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
A O Marshall Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 A O Marshall Elem School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, A O Marshall Elem School has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is A O Marshall Elem School a charter school?
No, A O Marshall Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is A O Marshall Elem School a Title I school?
No, A O Marshall Elem School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for A O Marshall Elem School?
97.9% of students at A O Marshall Elem School 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
- 235
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Will County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.7%
- Phone
- (815) 727-4919
Resources & Links
District
Joliet PSD 86- District Enrollment
- 9,449
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,414
- District Rank
- #12 of 20
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