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#1794 of 2,466 schools in NJ
John Marshal School No. 20
Elementary School · Elizabeth Public Schools
521 MAGNOLIA AVE, Elizabeth, NJ 07206
Enrollment
445
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
445
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#1,794 of 2,466
In Elizabeth
#28 of 37
public schools
In district
#28 of 37
Elizabeth Public Schools
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John Marshal School No. 20
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About John Marshal School No. 20
John Marshal School No. 20 is a public elementary school in Elizabeth, NJ, part of Elizabeth Public Schools. John Marshal School No. 20 serves approximately 445 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. John Marshal School No. 20 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,794 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for John Marshal School No. 20 show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 6.4
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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John Marshal School No. 20 — Students at John Marshal School No. 20 score 27% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 53 test records from NJ 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: 6.2/10.
How John Marshal School No. 20 Compares
See how John Marshal School No. 20 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
521 MAGNOLIA AVE, Elizabeth, NJ 07206
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John Marshal School No. 20 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. iPrep Academy School No 8 (rated 7.5/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sonia Sotomayor School No 25 (rated 7.3/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Winfield Scott School No. 2 (rated 6.7/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Elizabeth, see our Elizabeth schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07206 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,992
Median Home Value
$339,200
Median Rent
$1,543/mo
Population
31,120
College Educated
7.8%
Homeownership
27%
Avg Commute
25.5 min
Poverty Rate
18.5%
Median Age
31.9
Similar Schools
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| BNOS ESTHER MALKA Lakewood, NJ | 5.4 |
| Central Elementary School East Hanover, NJ | 5.4 |
| G.H. Carson Elementary School Pennsauken, NJ | 5.4 |
| Greenville Elementary School Howell, NJ | 5.4 |
| James Madison Intermediate School Edison, NJ | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John Marshal School No. 20
What grades does John Marshal School No. 20 serve?
John Marshal School No. 20 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend John Marshal School No. 20?
John Marshal School No. 20 has an enrollment of approximately 445 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John Marshal School No. 20?
The student-teacher ratio at John Marshal School No. 20 is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John Marshal School No. 20 rank in NJ?
John Marshal School No. 20 ranks #1,794 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is John Marshal School No. 20's MySchoolScout rating?
John Marshal School No. 20 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Marshal School No. 20?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John Marshal School No. 20 has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is John Marshal School No. 20 a charter school?
No, John Marshal School No. 20 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John Marshal School No. 20 a Title I school?
No, John Marshal School No. 20 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John Marshal School No. 20?
84.7% of students at John Marshal School No. 20 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 445
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Union County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.2%
- Phone
- (908) 436-5800
Resources & Links
District
Elizabeth Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 28,334
- Schools in District
- 37
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,711
- District Rank
- #28 of 37
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