Serving 659 students in grades 6-8, Marshfield Jr. High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 659 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Marshfield Jr. High's attendance zone covers the entire school district, encompassing an area of approximately 247.1 square miles in Marshfield, MO. The zone typically allows for a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 9.5 miles from the school to its edges and a maximum distance of 13.6 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marshfield Jr. High School's student population of 659 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
659 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Marshfield Jr. High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marshfield Jr. High School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#880 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
15%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
87%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.3%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marshfield Jr. High School's ranking?
Marshfield Jr. High School is ranked #880 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Marshfield Jr. High School often compared to?
Marshfield Jr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Daniel Webster Elementary School, Marshfield High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Marshfield Jr. High School?
659 students attend Marshfield Jr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Marshfield Jr. High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marshfield Jr. High School?
Marshfield Jr. High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Marshfield Jr. High School offer ?
Marshfield Jr. High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marshfield Jr. High School part of?
Marshfield Jr. High School is part of Marshfield R-I School District.
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