Serving 231 students in grades Kindergarten-5, John Marshall Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 231 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John Marshall Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
John Marshall Elementary School's student population of 231 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
231 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
John Marshall Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John Marshall Elementary School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#913 out of 1962 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
18%
4%
Hispanic
10%
14%
Black
6%
9%
White
56%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John Marshall Elementary School's ranking?
John Marshall Elementary School is ranked #913 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend John Marshall Elementary School?
231 students attend John Marshall Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of John Marshall Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John Marshall Elementary School?
John Marshall Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does John Marshall Elementary School offer ?
John Marshall Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is John Marshall Elementary School part of?
John Marshall Elementary School is part of Wausau School District.
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