Serving 343 students in grades 6-12, Marceline High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 343 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: MARCELINE HIGH's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Marceline, MO, encompassing approximately 121.6 square miles. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 7.1 miles, with the furthest point being 11.1 miles away, and most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marceline High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Marceline High School's student population of 343 students has grown by 71% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 62% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
343 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Marceline High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marceline High School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#604 out of 2076 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
40%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
43%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
4%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Black
1%
15%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 28-year historical data
White
94%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥90%
89.3%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.8%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marceline High School's ranking?
Marceline High School is ranked #604 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Marceline High School often compared to?
Marceline High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brookfield 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 40% MO state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Marceline High School?
The graduation rate of Marceline High School is 90%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 89.3%.
How many students attend Marceline High School?
343 students attend Marceline High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Marceline High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marceline High School?
Marceline High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Marceline High School offer ?
Marceline High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marceline High School part of?
Marceline High School is part of Marceline R-V School District.
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