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John Marshall Elementary School

Elementary School · Edison Township School District

15 CORNELL STREET, Edison, NJ 08817

Enrollment

766

Student-Teacher

10.9:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#1,687 of 2,466

In Edison

#17 of 20

public schools

In district

#16 of 19

Edison Township School District

Equity

8.0 / 10

Excellent

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John Marshall Elementary School

5.6/10

Elementary School in Edison · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.6/10

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About John Marshall Elementary School

John Marshall Elementary School is a public elementary school in Edison, NJ, part of Edison Township School District. John Marshall Elementary School serves approximately 766 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. John Marshall Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,687 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for John Marshall Elementary School show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 6.5
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.1Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-1 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics7.9Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency59.6% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57.8% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+11.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+13.9 pts
Overall Proficiency59% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)51% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+7.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile68th
Resources & Environment3.5Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,118
Chronic Absenteeism19.5%

John Marshall Elementary School — Students at John Marshall Elementary School score 59% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

30.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 69.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 68.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
49.9% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 41 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
89%
ELA
78%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
78%
2011
Math
90%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
93%
ELA
84%
2013
Math
94%
ELA
90%
2014
Math
75%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
74%
ELA
70%
2016
Math
72%
ELA
74%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
70%
ELA
74%
2019
Math
70%
ELA
74%
2020*
Math
49%
ELA
58%
2021*
Math
49%
ELA
58%
2022
Math
60%
ELA
59%
2024
Math
57%
ELA
62.4%
2025
Math
59.6%
ELA
57.8%

* 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: 5.1/10.

How John Marshall Elementary School Compares

See how John Marshall Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
32th percentile in NJ
Academic
7.9/10
Very Good
Growth
5.1/10
Average
Environment
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
30%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
70 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.5%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

15 CORNELL STREET, Edison, NJ 08817

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering John Marshall Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bright Beginnings Learning Center (rated 8.3/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Piscataway), which scores notably higher. Another option is Washington Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lindeneau Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Edison, see our Edison schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Irving Primary School Highland Park 0.7 mi 5.6
Thomas Jefferson Middle School Edison 0.5 mi 5.9
LITTLE FLOWER MONTESSORI SCHOOL Edison 0.7 mi 5.4
RABBI PESACH RAYMON YESHIVA Edison 0.6 mi 6.3
Highland Park High School Highland Park 0.8 mi 4.9
Highland Park Middle School Highland Park 0.8 mi 7.3
Lindeneau Elementary School Edison 0.7 mi 6.8
CHILDRENS HOUSE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Highland Park 0.8 mi
Piscataway Magnet School Piscataway 1.0 mi 8.5
Bartle Elementary School Highland Park 1.1 mi 6.8
Future Foundations Academy (FFA) Piscataway 1.2 mi 6.1
Piscataway Regional Day School Piscataway 1.3 mi 3.6
RUTGERS-LIVINGSTON DAY CARE CENTER Piscataway 1.1 mi
Bright Beginnings Learning Center Piscataway 1.4 mi 8.3
NEW FRIENDS CHILDCARE & PRESCHOOL Edison 1.2 mi
TIMOTHY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Piscataway 1.5 mi 7.6
Washington Elementary School Edison 1.3 mi 7.6
Woodrow Wilson Elementary School New Brunswick 2.0 mi 4.0
Edison High School Edison 1.6 mi 4.4
Lord Stirling Elementary School New Brunswick 1.9 mi 5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08817 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$109,734

Median Home Value

$411,100

Median Rent

$1,946/mo

Population

47,924

College Educated

48.5%

Homeownership

53.9%

Avg Commute

30.6 min

Poverty Rate

7.1%

Median Age

38.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about John Marshall Elementary School

What grades does John Marshall Elementary School serve?

John Marshall Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend John Marshall Elementary School?

John Marshall Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 766 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at John Marshall Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at John Marshall Elementary School is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does John Marshall Elementary School rank in NJ?

John Marshall Elementary School ranks #1,687 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is John Marshall Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

John Marshall Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, John Marshall Elementary School has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is John Marshall Elementary School a charter school?

No, John Marshall Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is John Marshall Elementary School a Title I school?

No, John Marshall Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John Marshall Elementary School?

30.3% of students at John Marshall Elementary 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
55 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
766
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
70
Free/Reduced Lunch
30.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.5%

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