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Marshall Stemm Academy

Elementary School · Toledo City

415 Colburn St, Toledo, OH 43609

Enrollment

380

Student-Teacher

19:1

Score

2.5

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#3,420 of 3,441

In Toledo

#92 of 94

public schools

In district

#54 of 54

Toledo City

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Marshall Stemm Academy

2.5/10

Elementary School in Toledo · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Marshall Stemm Academy

Marshall Stemm Academy is a public elementary school in Toledo, OH, part of Toledo City. Marshall Stemm Academy serves approximately 380 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 19:1 student-teacher ratio. Marshall Stemm Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.5 out of 10 and ranks #3,420 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Marshall Stemm Academy show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.0 pts below district
  • This school 2.5 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.5
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

67% of students at Marshall Stemm Academy 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.5Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.69 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics1.9Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency10% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency14.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency12% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-35.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile4th
Resources & Environment3.3Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,542
Chronic Absenteeism67.4%

Marshall Stemm Academy — Students at Marshall Stemm Academy score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 28.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 31.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
67%
ELA
52%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
43%
ELA
52%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
22%
ELA
16%
2016
Math
24%
ELA
21%
2017
Math
14%
ELA
14%
2018
Math
14%
ELA
19%
2019
Math
14%
ELA
19%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2022
Math
10%
ELA
14.4%

* 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: 2.5/10.

How Marshall Stemm Academy Compares

See how Marshall Stemm Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
2.5/10
1th percentile in OH
Academic
1.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
2.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
67.4%

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

415 Colburn St, Toledo, OH 43609

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Marshall Stemm Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Escuela SMART Academy (rated 7.6/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is QUEEN OF APOSTLES GRADE SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, L. Hollingworth School for Talented and Gifted (rated 5.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Toledo, see our Toledo schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
QUEEN OF APOSTLES GRADE SCHOOL Toledo 0.4 mi 7.4
Escuela SMART Academy Toledo 0.5 mi 7.6
Summit Academy - Toledo Toledo 1.0 mi 6.1
Jones Leadership Academy of Business Toledo 1.2 mi 7.1
L. Hollingworth School for Talented and Gifted Toledo 1.1 mi 5.5
Glass City Academy Toledo 1.6 mi 4.3
Rossford High School Rossford 1.5 mi 5.5
Rossford Junior High School Rossford 1.5 mi 5.5
Walbridge Elementary School Toledo 1.2 mi 3.8
Navarre Elementary School Toledo 1.3 mi 2.8
Ella P. Stewart Academy for Girls Toledo 1.5 mi 5.5
Westfield/Robinson Achievement Toledo 1.8 mi 5.8
Toledo Public Schools Virtual Academy Toledo 1.8 mi 4.6
Madison Avenue School of Arts Toledo 1.8 mi 2.8
Toledo School For The Arts Toledo 1.9 mi 6.5
Pickett Elementary School Toledo 1.7 mi 4.0
Maritime Academy of Toledo The Toledo 2.1 mi 3.9
Martin Luther King Academy for Boys Elementary School Toledo 2.0 mi 5.5
Oakdale Elementary School Toledo 1.8 mi 4.6
Kenmore Preparatory Academy dba Toledo Preparatory Academy Toledo 2.0 mi 5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 43609 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$42,510

Median Home Value

$58,700

Median Rent

$913/mo

Population

20,495

College Educated

11.4%

Homeownership

44.1%

Avg Commute

21.3 min

Poverty Rate

29.8%

Median Age

37

Similar Schools

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Constellation Schools: Old Brooklyn Community Elementary Cleveland, OH 2.5
Starling PK-8 Columbus, OH 2.5
Hope Academy Northcoast Cleveland, OH 2.3
Parsons Elementary School Columbus, OH 2.7
Taft Elementary School Youngstown, OH 2.7
Madison Avenue School of Arts Toledo, OH 2.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Marshall Stemm Academy

What grades does Marshall Stemm Academy serve?

Marshall Stemm Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Marshall Stemm Academy?

Marshall Stemm Academy has an enrollment of approximately 380 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Marshall Stemm Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Marshall Stemm Academy is 19:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Marshall Stemm Academy rank in OH?

Marshall Stemm Academy ranks #3,420 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Marshall Stemm Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Marshall Stemm Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.5 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 Stemm Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Marshall Stemm Academy has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Marshall Stemm Academy a charter school?

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

Is Marshall Stemm Academy a Title I school?

No, Marshall Stemm Academy is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
52 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
380
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Lucas County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
67.4%

District

Toledo City
District Enrollment
21,047
Schools in District
57
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,542
District Rank
#54 of 54

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