Serving 353 students in grades 7-12, Marshall High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 353 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Marshall High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Marshall, AR, covering approximately 540.4 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being about 11.4 miles, and the furthest edge reaching up to 20.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marshall High School's student population of 353 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has grown by 65% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
353 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Marshall High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marshall High School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#508 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
95%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
89.9%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.2%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
16%
8%
Showing 2010–2020. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Black
School Mascot
Bobcats
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marshall High School's ranking?
Marshall High School is ranked #508 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Marshall High School?
The graduation rate of Marshall High School is 90%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 89.9%.
How many students attend Marshall High School?
353 students attend Marshall High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Marshall High School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marshall High School?
Marshall High School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Marshall High School offer ?
Marshall High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Marshall High School part of?
Marshall High School is part of Searcy County School District.
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