Serving 995 students in grades 7-12, Marietta High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 995 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Marietta High School's attendance zone covers the entire Marietta, OH school district and encompasses approximately 71.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school from anywhere within the zone is about 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge located 9.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marietta High School's student population of 995 students has grown by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 43% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
995 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1853
School Rankings
Marietta High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marietta High School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2258 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
89%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
85-89%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.6%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Orange
School Mascot
Tabby The Tiger
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marietta High School's ranking?
Marietta High School is ranked #2258 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Marietta High School often compared to?
Marietta High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Warren High School, Washington County Cc Barrett Bld by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Marietta High School?
The graduation rate of Marietta High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Marietta High School?
995 students attend Marietta High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Marietta High School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marietta High School?
Marietta High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Marietta High School offer ?
Marietta High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marietta High School part of?
Marietta High School is part of Marietta City School District.
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