Serving 1,052 students in grades 9-12, John Marshall High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 11% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,052 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in WV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John Marshall High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
John Marshall High School's student population of 1,052 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 91 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,052 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
91 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
John Marshall High School ranks within the top 50% of all 629 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John Marshall High School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.21. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#259 out of 629 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
2%
Black
n/a
4%
White
96%
89%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John Marshall High School's ranking?
John Marshall High School is ranked #259 out of 629 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are John Marshall High School often compared to?
John Marshall High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brooke High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% WV state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% WV state average).
What is the graduation rate of John Marshall High School?
The graduation rate of John Marshall High School is 98%, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 90%.
How many students attend John Marshall High School?
1,052 students attend John Marshall High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of John Marshall High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of John Marshall High School?
John Marshall High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does John Marshall High School offer ?
John Marshall High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is John Marshall High School part of?
John Marshall High School is part of Marshall County Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 3/30/2009
John Marshall High schools offers a variety of classes to accomodate various fields of study. There are many college level classes that students may take to earn college credit. The art and music programs at John Marshall are excellent; and the variety of extracurricular activities can accomadate any student's interests. Though the facitlities are a bit old, they are well kept. Parent involvement is encouraged in many extracurricular activities.
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