Serving 47 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Marshall Street School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 47 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in MD)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marshall Street School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Marshall Street School's student population of 47 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
47 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Year Founded
1976
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Cultivating learning communities that spark curiosity, ignite creativity, and inspire success.
School Rankings
Marshall Street School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marshall Street School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#715 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
14:1
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
19%
24%
Black
15%
32%
White
51%
31%
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(17-18)<50%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marshall Street School's ranking?
Marshall Street School is ranked #715 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Marshall Street School?
The graduation rate of Marshall Street School is 50%, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 87%.
How many students attend Marshall Street School?
47 students attend Marshall Street School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Marshall Street School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marshall Street School?
Marshall Street School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Marshall Street School offer ?
Marshall Street School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Marshall Street School part of?
Marshall Street School is part of Washington County School District.
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