Serving 1,035 students in grades 6-8, Marshall J High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,035 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Marshall J H's attendance zone encompasses the entire Marshall, TX school district, covering approximately 350.2 square miles, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 20 to 30 minutes. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 10.7 miles, extending up to 16.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marshall J High School's student population of 1,035 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,035 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Marshall J 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 J High School is 0.69, which is more 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
#4929 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2009–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
37%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
34%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
25%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marshall J High School's ranking?
Marshall J High School is ranked #4929 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Marshall J High School?
1,035 students attend Marshall J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Marshall J High School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are Black, 25% of students are White, 2% 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 J High School?
Marshall J High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Marshall J High School offer ?
Marshall J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Marshall J High School part of?
Marshall J High School is part of Marshall Independent School District.
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