Serving 1,084 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 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,084 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- 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%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marshall J High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Marshall J High School's student population of 1,084 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,084 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
School Calendar
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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
37%
53%
Black
34%
13%
White
25%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
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?
1,084 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, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marshall J High School?
Marshall J High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to 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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