Average
#1386 of 1,750 schools in OK
John Marshall MS
Middle School · OKLAHOMA CITY
12201 North Portland Avenue, Oklahoma City, OK 73120
Enrollment
672
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
5.1
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
672
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
5.1
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Oklahoma schools
#1,386 of 1,750
In Oklahoma City
#104 of 137
public schools
In district
#46 of 57
OKLAHOMA CITY
Academic growth
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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About John Marshall MS
John Marshall MS is a public middle school in Oklahoma City, OK, part of OKLAHOMA CITY. John Marshall MS serves approximately 672 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. John Marshall MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,386 of 1,750 schools in OK.
Structured state assessment records for John Marshall MS show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 5.8
- OK avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at John Marshall MS sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
54% of students at John Marshall MS 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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John Marshall MS — Students at John Marshall MS score 4% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 15%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores OK OSTP (2024-25)
Based on 54 test records from OK 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: 7.7/10.
How John Marshall MS Compares
See how John Marshall MS performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
12201 North Portland Avenue, Oklahoma City, OK 73120
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John Marshall MS may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. SUMMIT MS (rated 6.0/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Edmond), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, INDEPENDENCE CHARTER MS (rated 5.7/10, 3.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Oklahoma City, see our Oklahoma City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HERITAGE HALL Oklahoma City | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| QUAIL CREEK ES Oklahoma City | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| RIDGEVIEW ES Oklahoma City | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| HUPFELD ACAD./WESTERN VILLAGE Oklahoma City | 1.1 mi | 8.0 |
| CASADY SCHOOL Oklahoma City | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| SPECIAL CARE- INC. Oklahoma City | 1.4 mi | — |
| VILLAGE PLAYSCHOOL Oklahoma City | 1.7 mi | — |
| BRITTON ES Oklahoma City | 1.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Scissortail Elementary School Okc | 2.1 mi | 6.5 |
| JOHN MARSHALL HS Oklahoma City | 1.9 mi | 4.9 |
| CROSSINGS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Oklahoma City | 2.4 mi | 4.4 |
| SUMMIT MS Edmond | 2.7 mi | 6.0 |
| CHARLES HASKELL ES Edmond | 2.8 mi | 7.1 |
| NICHOLS HILLS ES Nichols Hills | 2.7 mi | 7.2 |
| MERCY SCHOOL INSTITUTE Edmond | 2.7 mi | 7.3 |
| ANGIE DEBO ES Edmond | 3.1 mi | 6.0 |
| GOOD SHEPHERD Oklahoma City | 2.9 mi | — |
| KIPP OKC COLLEGE PREP Oklahoma City | 3.2 mi | 7.4 |
| INDEPENDENCE CHARTER MS Oklahoma City | 3.6 mi | 5.7 |
| OKC HEARTLAND MONTESSORI SCHOOL - FUTURE EDUC. LLC Oklahoma City | 3.9 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 73120 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,942
Median Home Value
$227,600
Median Rent
$1,045/mo
Population
34,651
College Educated
47.6%
Homeownership
52.7%
Avg Commute
19.5 min
Poverty Rate
11.3%
Median Age
38.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HIGHLAND WEST JHS Moore, OK | 5.1 |
| MADISON MS Bartlesville, OK | 5.1 |
| TECUMSEH MS Tecumseh, OK | 5.1 |
| WEBSTER MS Oklahoma City, OK | 5.1 |
| WILL ROGERS COLLEGE MS Tulsa, OK | 5.1 |
| CENTRAL JHS Moore, OK | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John Marshall MS
What grades does John Marshall MS serve?
John Marshall MS serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend John Marshall MS?
John Marshall MS has an enrollment of approximately 672 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John Marshall MS?
The student-teacher ratio at John Marshall MS is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John Marshall MS rank in OK?
John Marshall MS ranks #1,386 of 1,750 schools in OK.
What is John Marshall MS's MySchoolScout rating?
John Marshall MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 John Marshall MS?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John Marshall MS has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is John Marshall MS a charter school?
No, John Marshall MS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John Marshall MS a Title I school?
No, John Marshall MS is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John Marshall MS?
92.7% of students at John Marshall MS 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
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 672
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Oklahoma County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 54.2%
- Phone
- (405) 587-7200
Resources & Links
District
OKLAHOMA CITY- District Enrollment
- 32,899
- Schools in District
- 58
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,336
- District Rank
- #46 of 57
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