Serving 351 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 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 351 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- 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%)
- 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 351 students has grown by 87% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 73% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
351 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Mascot
Tigers
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 0.08, 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
#604 out of 2076 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
n/a
15%
White
96%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tigers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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 equal to the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Marceline High School?
351 students attend Marceline High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Marceline High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 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 14:1, 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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