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Best Schools in Marshall, Indiana

3 schools · 1 Elementary · 2 Middle

Public: 2
Private: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 6.5/10
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Use this page to compare every school in Marshall by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.

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Parke Heritage Middle School

8.0/10

Middle · North Central Parke Comm Schl Corp. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.

Turkey Run Elementary School

5.0/10

Elementary · North Central Parke Comm Schl Corp. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.

Schools

3

2 public · 1 private

Avg Score

6.5

out of 10

Median Home

$107,900

home value · ACS

District

1

serving the city

Most improved · 2022 → 2024
Parke Heritage Middle School

STAAR proficiency rose +14.5 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Marshall schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.

Top-Rated Schools in Marshall

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 rated schools; 3 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

#SchoolRating
1Parke Heritage Middle School8.0 / 10
2Turkey Run Elementary School5.0 / 10

See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
6.5/10

50% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$46,667

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$107,900

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
8%

Adults 25+

Owner-occupied homes
81%

Of occupied housing units

How Marshall compares

Median household income

$47k

65% of Indiana median

North Central Parke Comm Schl Corp runs Marshall's public schools

2 public schools. North Central Parke Comm Schl Corp is the only district on the page.

Every assigned public school in Marshall is a North Central Parke Comm Schl Corp school (2 of 2).

Among 2 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 5.0 to 8.0 — the spread is inside Marshall, not a citywide average.

About Schools in Marshall, Indiana

Marshall, Indiana is home to 3 schools, including 2 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 2 middle schools.

With an average rating of 6.5 out of 10, schools in Marshall show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

The highest-performing school in Marshall is Parke Heritage Middle School with a composite score of 8.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Marshall is served by 1 school district: North Central Parke Comm Schl Corp. These districts collectively serve 1,198 students.

Marshall's community shows 8% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $46,667. The poverty rate in the area is 27.0%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

Filter by ZIP:47859(3)

Elementary Schools

1 school
#SchoolRating
1266 students · Pre-K–5th5.0

Middle Schools

2 schools
#SchoolRating
1241 students · 6th–8th8.0
Private Schools1 school

Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.

125 students · 1st–8thNot Rated

Schools in Marshall

Marshall, Indiana · 3 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$46,667

Median Home Value

$107,900

Median Rent

$1,110/mo

Population

1,078

College Educated

8%

Homeownership

81%

Poverty Rate

27.0%

Community Profile

Marshall has a median household income of $46,667. It is a community where 8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $107,900, with a median rent of $1,110/month. The area has a poverty rate of 27.0%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Schools by Level

State
Indiana
Elementary
1
Middle
2

How we rate schools

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Marshall, Indiana

How many schools are in Marshall, Indiana?

Marshall has 3 schools, including 2 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Marshall, Indiana?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Marshall is 6.5 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

What is the top-ranked school in Marshall, Indiana?

The top-ranked school in Marshall on MySchoolScout is Parke Heritage Middle School with a composite score of 8.0/10.

What is the best elementary school in Marshall, Indiana?

The top-ranked elementary school in Marshall on MySchoolScout is Turkey Run Elementary School with a composite score of 5.0/10.

What is the best middle school in Marshall, Indiana?

The top-ranked middle school in Marshall on MySchoolScout is Parke Heritage Middle School with a composite score of 8.0/10.

How many school districts serve Marshall, Indiana?

Marshall is served by 1 school district: North Central Parke Comm Schl Corp.

What is the education level in Marshall, Indiana?

According to Census data, 8% of adults in Marshall have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Marshall, Indiana?

The median household income in Marshall is approximately $46,667 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Marshall, Indiana?

Yes, Marshall has 1 private school alongside 2 public schools.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Marshall, Indiana?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Marshall is 15.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Marshall, Indiana?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.

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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Indiana Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.