For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 2,677 students in Marshall, MI.
The top ranked public schools in Marshall, MI are Hughes Elementary School, Walters Elementary School and Calhoun County Juvenile Home. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Marshall, MI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Marshall have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Marshall, MI (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hughes Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
103 W Hughes St
Marshall, MI 49068
(269) 781-1275
Marshall, MI 49068
(269) 781-1275
Grades: PK-5
| 266 students
Rank: #22.
Walters Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
705 N Marshall Ave
Marshall, MI 49068
(269) 781-1280
Marshall, MI 49068
(269) 781-1280
Grades: PK-5
| 293 students
Rank: #33.
Calhoun County Juvenile Home
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
14555 18 12 Mile Rd
Marshall, MI 49068
(269) 789-3507
Marshall, MI 49068
(269) 789-3507
Grades: 4-12
| 12 students
Rank: #44.
Marshall High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
701 N Marshall Ave
Marshall, MI 49068
(269) 781-1252
Marshall, MI 49068
(269) 781-1252
Grades: 9-12
| 769 students
Rank: #55.
Gordon Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
400 N Gordon St
Marshall, MI 49068
(269) 781-1271
Marshall, MI 49068
(269) 781-1271
Grades: PK-5
| 247 students
Rank: #66.
Mar Lee School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
21236 H Dr N
Marshall, MI 49068
(269) 781-5412
Marshall, MI 49068
(269) 781-5412
Grades: K-8
| 299 students
Rank: #77.
Marshall Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
100 E Green St
Marshall, MI 49068
(269) 781-1251
Marshall, MI 49068
(269) 781-1251
Grades: 6-8
| 542 students
Rank: #88.
Marshall Academy
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
18203 Homer Rd
Marshall, MI 49068
(269) 781-6330
Marshall, MI 49068
(269) 781-6330
Grades: K-12
| 249 students
Marshall, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
100 E. Green Street
Marshall, MI 49068
(269) 781-1298
Marshall, MI 49068
(269) 781-1298
Grades: 4-5
| 329 students
705 N. Marshall Avenue
Marshall, MI 49068
(269) 781-1280
Marshall, MI 49068
(269) 781-1280
Grades: K-4
| 367 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Marshall, MI?
The top ranked public schools in Marshall, MI include Hughes Elementary School, Walters Elementary School and Calhoun County Juvenile Home.
How many public schools are located in Marshall?
8 public schools are located in Marshall.
What is the racial composition of students in Marshall?
Marshall public schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Marshall are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Marshall include: Walters Elementary School vs. Gordon Elementary School, Gordon Elementary School vs. Walters Elementary School, Mar Lee School vs. Hughes Elementary School
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