Marshall High School serves 367 students in grades 7-12.
Marshall High School placed in the top 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 36%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 37%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 367 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marshall High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Marshall High School's student population of 367 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
367 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Marshall High School is ranked within the top 50% of all 993 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Marshall High School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#431 out of 993 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
n/a
20%
White
93%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
19%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #431 out of 993 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AR state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% 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 87%.
How many students attend Marshall High School?
367 students attend Marshall High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Marshall High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marshall High School?
Marshall High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Marshall High School offer ?
Marshall High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Marshall High School part of?
Marshall High School is part of Searcy County School District.
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