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#858 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 35% in state

Marshall Elementary School

Elementary School · South Orange-Maplewood School District

262 GROVE RD, S. Orange, NJ 07079

Enrollment

500

Student-Teacher

12.8:1

Score

7.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#858 of 2,466

In S. Orange

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#6 of 10

South Orange-Maplewood School District

Equity

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Marshall Elementary School

7.1/10

Elementary School in S. Orange · grades Kindergarten – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Marshall Elementary School

Marshall Elementary School is a public elementary school in S. Orange, NJ, part of South Orange-Maplewood School District. Marshall Elementary School serves approximately 500 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio.

Marshall Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #858 of 2,466 schools in NJ. Structured state assessment records for Marshall Elementary School show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2024-2025) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2024-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.1 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.2
  • NJ avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.6Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change+1.35 pts/yr
Data Period2024–2025
TrendImproving
Academics9.1Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency71.3% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency80.2% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+23.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+36.4 pts
Overall Proficiency76% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)65% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+11.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile86th
Resources & Environment5.6Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,104
Chronic Absenteeism14.8%

Marshall Elementary School — Students at Marshall Elementary School score 76% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 71.8% (multi-year average, 2024-2025)
School
State
48.2% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 78.9% (multi-year average, 2024-2025)
School
State
47.5% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 6 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2024
Math
72.8%
ELA
76.1%
2025
Math
71.4%
ELA
80.3%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.6/10.

How Marshall Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.1/10
65th percentile in NJ
Academic
9.1/10
Excellent
Growth
6.6/10
Average
Environment
5.6/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
7%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.8%

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

262 GROVE RD, S. Orange, NJ 07079

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Marshall Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Gregory Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby W. Orange), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ivy Hill Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Newark), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, OUR LADY OF SORROWS SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby South Orange), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in S. Orange, see our S. Orange schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.2 mi
School Distance Rating
STEM Innovation Academy of the Oranges South Orange 0.5 mi 7.5
SOUTH ORANGE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL South Orange 0.6 mi
Mt Vernon Place School Newark 0.7 mi 6.7
Montrose Early Childhood Center South Orange 0.6 mi 5.7
Heywood Avenue Elementary School Orange 0.7 mi 6.0
OUR LADY OF SORROWS SCHOOL South Orange 0.7 mi 7.9
Lincoln Elementary School Newark 0.7 mi 5.0
Ivy Hill Elementary School Newark 0.8 mi 8.1
South Orange Middle School S. Orange 0.8 mi 7.2
Clinton Elementary School Maplewood 1.0 mi 6.8
Newark Sch of Data Science and Information Technology Newark 1.0 mi 5.2
Forest Street Community Elementary School Orange 1.3 mi 6.9
Orange High School Orange 1.3 mi 3.6
ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Orange 1.1 mi 5.3
Orange Preparatory Academy School of Inquiry and Innovation Orange 1.4 mi 4.4
Gregory Elementary School W. Orange 1.4 mi 8.7
Columbia High School Maplewood 1.2 mi 6.4
Irvington High School Irvington 1.4 mi 3.3
Florence Avenue Elementary School Irvington 1.6 mi 5.6
Benjamin Banneker Academy East Orange 1.2 mi 5.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 07079 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$184,769

Median Home Value

$808,100

Median Rent

$2,067/mo

Population

18,369

College Educated

76.1%

Homeownership

65.6%

Avg Commute

38 min

Poverty Rate

6.4%

Median Age

36.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Marshall Elementary School

What grades does Marshall Elementary School serve?

Marshall Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.

How many students attend Marshall Elementary School?

Marshall Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 500 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Marshall Elementary School is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Marshall Elementary School rank in NJ?

Marshall Elementary School ranks #858 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Marshall Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Marshall Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Marshall Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Marshall Elementary School has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2024-2025) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2024-2025).

Is Marshall Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Marshall Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

7.0% of students at 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
77 Very Walkable
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
500
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Free/Reduced Lunch
7.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Essex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.8%

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