Serving 348 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Marshall Traditional School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 348 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marshall Traditional School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Marshall Traditional School's student population of 348 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 121% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
348 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Tue. Jun 2, 2026
School Rankings
Marshall Traditional School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marshall Traditional School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1154 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
17%
15%
Black
23%
13%
White
41%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
18%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marshall Traditional School's ranking?
Marshall Traditional School is ranked #1154 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Marshall Traditional School often compared to?
Marshall Traditional Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kennedy Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Marshall Traditional School?
348 students attend Marshall Traditional School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Marshall Traditional School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 18% of students are Two or more races, 17% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marshall Traditional School?
Marshall Traditional School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Marshall Traditional School offer ?
Marshall Traditional School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marshall Traditional School part of?
Marshall Traditional School is part of South Bend Community School Corp School District.
In what neighborhood is Marshall Traditional School located?
Marshall Traditional School is located in the Twyckenham Hills neighborhood of South Bend, IN.
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