Serving 249 students in grades 9-12, Marathon High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Wisconsin state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 32% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 249 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marathon High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Marathon High School's student population of 249 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
249 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Marathon High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,984 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marathon High School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#592 out of 1984 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
5%
13%
Black
n/a
9%
White
92%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marathon High School's ranking?
Marathon High School is ranked #592 out of 1,984 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Marathon High School often compared to?
Marathon High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edgar High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Marathon High School?
The graduation rate of Marathon High School is 95%, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 87%.
How many students attend Marathon High School?
249 students attend Marathon High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Marathon High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marathon High School?
Marathon High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Marathon High School offer ?
Marathon High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Marathon High School part of?
Marathon High School is part of Marathon City School District.
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