Marshall School, Sacramento, CA
At a glance
Marshall School is ranked #127 of 205 neighborhoods in Sacramento with an overall score of 2.5/5. Its standout factors are nearby merchants (4.8/5) and curb appeal (3.7/5). It ranks 23rd of 205 in Sacramento for schools. The trade-off is safety (1.3/5).
Neighborhood Reviews & Questions
Marshall School takes its name from the school and park at its core, a small historic neighborhood on the eastern edge of Midtown where the central grid begins its handoff to East Sacramento. The housing is a satisfying mix of Victorians, Craftsman bungalows, and early-century homes and apartments, on walkable streets that put Midtown's restaurants and bars, Sutter's Fort, the medical campus, and the parks of central Sacramento all within reach. By city standards this is genuinely pedestrian-friendly, with light rail and downtown close and the neighborhood park giving the blocks a natural center of gravity. You can do a lot here without starting the car. The tradeoffs are the usual central-city ones. Parking is tight, the arterials on the edges run busier, and there is the constant low hum of being in the thick of things rather than tucked away from them. For the vintage architecture and a true Midtown-adjacent address with a park at its heart, that bustle is the price of admission. Marshall School stays a lower-profile pick than its louder neighbors, which is often the point for the people who choose it.
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Neighborhood Amenities
Near good merchants4.8
Public Spaces3.6
Curb Appeal3.7
Overall Amenities score: 3.9
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Schools serving this Neighborhood
| School Name | Type | Grades | Houseberry School Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| David Lubin Elementary | Primary | K-6 | |
| Phoebe A. Hearst Elementary | Primary | K-6 | |
| Theodore Judah Elementary | Primary | K-6 | |
| Alice Birney Waldorf-Inspired | Primary | K-8 | |
| Leonardo Da Vinci | Primary | K-8 | |
| Washington Elementary | Primary | K-8 | |
| Miwok Middle | Middle | 7-8 | |
| C. K. McClatchy High | High | 9-12 | |
| West Campus | High | 9-12 | |
| Arthur A. Benjamin Health Professions High | High | 9-12 |
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Houseberry School Score Data
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Marshall School FAQs8 answers
Is Marshall School a good place to live?
Marshall School ranks 127th of 205 neighborhoods in Sacramento with an overall Houseberry score of 2.5 out of 5. Its strongest factors are nearby merchants (4.8/5) and curb appeal (3.7/5). The trade-off is safety (1.3/5).
Is Marshall School safe?
Marshall School, Sacramento scores 1.3 out of 5 on Houseberry's Safety Score, ranking 180th of 205 neighborhoods in Sacramento.
Which schools serve Marshall School?
Schools serving Marshall School, Sacramento include David Lubin Elementary (4.4/5), Phoebe A. Hearst Elementary (5.0/5), Theodore Judah Elementary (4.0/5), Alice Birney Waldorf-Inspired (2.4/5) and Leonardo Da Vinci (3.2/5). 5 more schools are listed in the Schools section on this page.
What is the weather like in Marshall School?
Marshall School, Sacramento receives 80% of its possible sunshine, 56th of 205 in Sacramento. Summer days run 58° to 91°F and winter days 40° to 57°F, July is the warmest month and rainfall averages about 20 inches a year.
Is Marshall School walkable to shops and restaurants?
Marshall School, Sacramento scores 4.8 out of 5 for nearby merchants and 3.6 out of 5 for public spaces. Its overall amenities score is 3.9 out of 5, 15th of 205 in Sacramento.
What is Marshall School known for?
Marshall School, Sacramento is associated with Historic Homes, Midtown Edge and Walkable Park. Its highest-scoring factor is nearby merchants (4.8/5).
How does Marshall School compare to other Sacramento neighborhoods?
Marshall School ranks 127th of 205 neighborhoods in Sacramento. It ranks 23rd of 205 in Sacramento for schools (3.6/5) and scores lowest on safety (1.3/5). The highest-ranked neighborhoods in Sacramento are Sacramento City College and Wilhaggin.
What are the downsides of living in Marshall School?
Marshall School, Sacramento scores lowest on safety (1.3/5).
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