Serving 1,411 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 25% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (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 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,411 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- 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
Diversity
School Overview
Marshall High School's student population of 1,411 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 92 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,411 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
92 teachers
School Rankings
Marshall High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marshall 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
#7215 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
41%
53%
Black
32%
13%
White
22%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marshall High School's ranking?
Marshall High School is ranked #7215 out of 8,188 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 Harleton High School, Elysian Fields High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 31% 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 88%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Marshall High School?
1,411 students attend Marshall High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Marshall High School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Black, 22% of students are White, 3% 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 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 Marshall Independent School District.
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