John Marshal School No. 20
454 Students
Elementary School K - 8th
School Overview
John Marshall School No. 20, located on Magnolia Avenue in Elizabeth, New Jersey, is a public elementary school serving the local Elizabeth Public Schools district. As part of one of New Jersey’s largest school districts, the school is situated in a dense urban environment and provides foundational education for students in the surrounding community. The institution operates with a commitment to the district’s mission of preparing a diverse student body for academic success, focusing on core curriculum standards and personal development within a structured neighborhood setting.
The school is characterized by its role as a community hub, reflecting the demographic diversity typical of Elizabeth. Like other schools in the district, John Marshall No. 20 emphasizes inclusive education and the implementation of state-mandated academic programs designed to support student growth in literacy, mathematics, and social-emotional learning. By fostering a collaborative environment between educators, students, and families, the school aims to provide the necessary resources and support systems to help its young learners navigate their primary educational years effectively.
The school is characterized by its role as a community hub, reflecting the demographic diversity typical of Elizabeth. Like other schools in the district, John Marshall No. 20 emphasizes inclusive education and the implementation of state-mandated academic programs designed to support student growth in literacy, mathematics, and social-emotional learning. By fostering a collaborative environment between educators, students, and families, the school aims to provide the necessary resources and support systems to help its young learners navigate their primary educational years effectively.
454
Total Students
33.0
Full-Time Teachers
13.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
87.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 8 |
| Hispanic | 322 |
| Black | 118 |
| Asian | 4 |
| American Indian | 1 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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Hispanic322 (70.9 %)
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Black118 (26.0 %)
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White8 (1.8 %)
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Asian4 (0.9 %)
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American Indian1 (0.2 %)
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Pacific Islander1 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Elizabeth Public Schools |
| Phone: | (908)436-5800 |
| Website: | http://www.epsnj.org/Domain/32 |
| Grade Range: | K - 8th |
| Total Students: | 454 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 33.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 13.8 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 379 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 17 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
50
Grade 1
69
Grade 2
64
Grade 3
51
Grade 4
48
Grade 5
45
Grade 6
47
Grade 7
42
Grade 8
38
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 50 |
| Grade 1 | 69 |
| Grade 2 | 64 |
| Grade 3 | 51 |
| Grade 4 | 48 |
| Grade 5 | 45 |
| Grade 6 | 47 |
| Grade 7 | 42 |
| Grade 8 | 38 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 236 | 52% |
| Male | 218 | 48% |
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