Serving 698 students in grades 5-8, John Marshall Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 3% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 698 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
John Marshall Middle School's student population of 698 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
698 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Taking Pride to Become a Better Me...
School Rankings
John Marshall Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,652 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John Marshall Middle School is 0.70, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1635 out of 1652 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
2%
11%
Asian
6%
2%
Hispanic
24%
21%
Black
48%
8%
White
10%
43%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
9%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)52.2%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bears
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John Marshall Middle School's ranking?
John Marshall Middle School is ranked #1635 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 6% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend John Marshall Middle School?
698 students attend John Marshall Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of John Marshall Middle School students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John Marshall Middle School?
John Marshall Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does John Marshall Middle School offer ?
John Marshall Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is John Marshall Middle School part of?
John Marshall Middle School is part of Oklahoma City School District.
In what neighborhood is John Marshall Middle School located?
John Marshall Middle School is located in the Northwest Oklahoma City neighborhood of Oklahoma City, OK. There are 6 other public schools located in Northwest Oklahoma City.
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