Serving 296 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Marsh Elementary 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 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 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 296 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marsh Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Marsh Elementary School's student population of 296 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 51% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
296 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Motto
Opportunity. Excellence. Pride.
School Rankings
Marsh Elementary 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 Marsh Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#1328 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
16%
15%
Black
30%
14%
White
41%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Michigan City Area Schools
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marsh Elementary School's ranking?
Marsh Elementary School is ranked #1328 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Marsh Elementary School often compared to?
Marsh Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Coolspring Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Marsh Elementary School?
296 students attend Marsh Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Marsh Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, and 13% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marsh Elementary School?
Marsh Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Marsh Elementary School offer ?
Marsh Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marsh Elementary School part of?
Marsh Elementary School is part of Michigan City Area Schools.
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