Below Average
#2441 of 2,846 schools in PA
Marshall Street EL Sch
Elementary School · Norristown Area SD
1525 W Marshall St, Norristown, PA 19403
Enrollment
564
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
564
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,441 of 2,846
In Norristown
#8 of 13
public schools
In district
#7 of 12
Norristown Area SD
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Marshall Street EL Sch
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About Marshall Street EL Sch
Marshall Street EL Sch is a public elementary school in Norristown, PA, part of Norristown Area SD. Marshall Street EL Sch serves approximately 564 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Marshall Street EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,441 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Marshall Street EL Sch show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 4.6
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Marshall Street EL Sch 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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Marshall Street EL Sch — Students at Marshall Street EL Sch score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from PA 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: 2.9/10.
How Marshall Street EL Sch Compares
See how Marshall Street EL Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1525 W Marshall St, Norristown, PA 19403
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Marshall Street EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Caley El Sch (rated 8.8/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby King Of Prussia), which scores notably higher. Another option is Woodland El Sch (rated 8.2/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Candlebrook El Sch (rated 8.0/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby King Of Prussia), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Norristown, see our Norristown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Blockson MS Norristown | 0.3 mi | 2.6 |
| Whitehall El Sch Norristown | 1.1 mi | 4.1 |
| Norristown Area HS Norristown | 1.3 mi | 4.5 |
| Roosevelt Campus of the Norristown Area HS Norristown | 1.1 mi | 1.9 |
| Davenport El Sch Norristown | 1.3 mi | 4.2 |
| THE PATHWAY SCHOOL Norristown | 1.4 mi | 9.1 |
| Eisenhower MS Norristown | 1.4 mi | 4.0 |
| VISITATION BVM SCHOOL Trooper | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Paul V Fly El Sch Norristown | 2.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Candlebrook El Sch King Of Prussia | 2.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Bridgeport El Sch Bridgeport | 2.1 mi | 4.9 |
| Caley El Sch King Of Prussia | 2.1 mi | 8.8 |
| Hancock El Sch Norristown | 1.8 mi | 4.5 |
| SHORT STUFF AND CO INC Norristown | 1.9 mi | — |
| Upper Merion Area MS King Of Prussia | 2.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Upper Merion Area HS King Of Prussia | 2.4 mi | 6.9 |
| FOR KIDS SAKE LLC King Of Prussia | 2.4 mi | — |
| Cole Manor El Sch Norristown | 2.1 mi | 4.5 |
| Ray S. Musselman Learning Center Norristown | 2.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Woodland El Sch Norristown | 2.3 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19403 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$101,996
Median Home Value
$355,700
Median Rent
$1,640/mo
Population
43,967
College Educated
47.9%
Homeownership
73.4%
Avg Commute
27.5 min
Poverty Rate
5.2%
Median Age
45.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Benjamin Rush El Sch Bensalem, PA | 4.2 |
| Davenport El Sch Norristown, PA | 4.2 |
| Feltonville Intermediate School Philadelphia, PA | 4.2 |
| Franklin El Sch Pottstown, PA | 4.2 |
| Lawton Henry W Sch Philadelphia, PA | 4.2 |
| Marshall Thurgood Philadelphia, PA | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Marshall Street EL Sch
What grades does Marshall Street EL Sch serve?
Marshall Street EL Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Marshall Street EL Sch?
Marshall Street EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 564 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Marshall Street EL Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Marshall Street EL Sch is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Marshall Street EL Sch rank in PA?
Marshall Street EL Sch ranks #2,441 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Marshall Street EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Marshall Street EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Street EL Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Marshall Street EL Sch has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Marshall Street EL Sch a charter school?
No, Marshall Street EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Marshall Street EL Sch a Title I school?
No, Marshall Street EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Marshall Street EL Sch?
100.4% of students at Marshall Street EL Sch 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 – 4th
- Enrollment
- 564
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Montgomery County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.8%
- Phone
- (610) 630-8550
Resources & Links
District
Norristown Area SD- District Enrollment
- 7,662
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,833
- District Rank
- #7 of 12
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