Serving 716 students in grades 6-8, Marsh (Harry M.) Junior High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 716 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marsh (Harry M.) Junior High School's student population of 716 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
716 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Marsh (Harry M.) Junior High School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marsh (Harry M.) Junior High School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2370 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
26%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
51%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marsh (Harry M.) Junior High School's ranking?
Marsh (Harry M.) Junior High School is ranked #2370 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Marsh (Harry M.) Junior High School often compared to?
Marsh (Harry M.) Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bidwell Junior High School, Chico Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Marsh (Harry M.) Junior High School?
716 students attend Marsh (Harry M.) Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Marsh (Harry M.) Junior High School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marsh (Harry M.) Junior High School?
Marsh (Harry M.) Junior High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Marsh (Harry M.) Junior High School offer ?
Marsh (Harry M.) Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Marsh (Harry M.) Junior High School part of?
Marsh (Harry M.) Junior High School is part of Chico Unified School District.
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