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.
452
Total Students
34.0
Full-Time Teachers
13.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
87.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for John Marshal School No. 20
Demographic Student Count
White10
Hispanic328
Black109
Asian4
Pacific Islander1
  • Hispanic
    328 (72.6%)
  • Black
    109 (24.1%)
  • White
    10 (2.2%)
  • Asian
    4 (0.9%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (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: 452
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 34.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 379
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 17
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 62
Grade 1 46
Grade 2 46
Grade 3 64
Grade 4 43
Grade 5 56
Grade 6 42
Grade 7 41
Grade 8 52

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for John Marshal School No. 20
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten62
Grade 146
Grade 246
Grade 364
Grade 443
Grade 556
Grade 642
Grade 741
Grade 852
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for John Marshal School No. 20
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female22650%
Male22650%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)