Serving 215 students in grades 7-12, Marshall County Central High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and American Indian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 215 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in MN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Marshall County Central High's attendance zone covers the entire district in Newfolden, MN, encompassing approximately 306.9 square miles. It typically takes parents 20-30 minutes to drive to the school, with an average distance of 11.1 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 15.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marshall County Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Marshall County Central High School's student population of 215 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
215 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Marshall County Central High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marshall County Central High School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#909 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
2%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
7%
Showing 2003–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
12%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
94%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
83.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.9%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Northern Freeze
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marshall County Central High School's ranking?
Marshall County Central High School is ranked #909 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Marshall County Central High School often compared to?
Marshall County Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stephen-argyle Central High School, Warren-alvarado-oslo Secondary, Greenbush-middle River Secondary by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Marshall County Central High School?
The graduation rate of Marshall County Central High School is 90%, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 83.3%.
How many students attend Marshall County Central High School?
215 students attend Marshall County Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Marshall County Central High School students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marshall County Central High School?
Marshall County Central High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Marshall County Central High School offer ?
Marshall County Central High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marshall County Central High School part of?
Marshall County Central High School is part of Marshall County Central Schools.
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