Marshall High School is a high school in the Marshall Public Schools District in Marshall, Michigan.
Serving 787 students in grades 9-12, Marshall High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 787 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Marshall High School serves the west part of its school district in Marshall, MI, covering an area of approximately 104.4 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 10 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marshall High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Marshall High School's student population of 787 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
787 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1972
School Calendar
School Rankings
Marshall High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marshall High School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1039 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
7%
18%
White
78%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
81%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.7%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Red, Black & Red
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marshall High School's ranking?
Marshall High School is ranked #1039 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Marshall High School often compared to?
Marshall High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Homer Community High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Marshall High School?
The graduation rate of Marshall High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Marshall High School?
787 students attend Marshall High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Marshall High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marshall High School?
Marshall High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Marshall High School offer ?
Marshall High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Marshall High School part of?
Marshall High School is part of Marshall School District.
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