John Marshall High School is a free public secondary school in the San Antonio suburb of Leon Valley in northwest Bexar County named after Chief Justice John Marshall.
Serving 2,634 students in grades 9-12, Marshall High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,634 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Marshall High School serves the southeast section of San Antonio, TX, covering an area of approximately 18.2 square miles. Typically, families can expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 2.5 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone and a maximum distance of 3.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marshall High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Marshall High School's student population of 2,634 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 171 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,634 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
171 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1949
School Calendar
School Rankings
Marshall High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marshall High School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5552 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
67%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
13%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
93%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Maroon, White, Gray
School Mascot
Ram
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marshall High School's ranking?
Marshall High School is ranked #5552 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Marshall High School often compared to?
Marshall High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Holmes High School, Jay High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Marshall High School?
The graduation rate of Marshall High School is 93%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Marshall High School?
2,634 students attend Marshall High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Marshall High School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marshall High School?
Marshall High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Marshall High School offer ?
Marshall High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Marshall High School part of?
Marshall High School is part of Northside Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Marshall High School located?
Marshall High School is located in the Northwest Side neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 30 other public schools located in Northwest Side.
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