Best Schools in Marshall, Michigan
8 schools · 4 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High · 2 Other
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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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Hughes Elementary School
Elementary · Marshall Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Marshall High School
High · Marshall Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Walters Elementary
Elementary · Marshall Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Marshall for 2026 are Hughes Elementary School (7.3/10), Marshall High School (6.3/10), and Walters Elementary (6.1/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 7 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
8
in this city
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$196,800
home value · ACS
Districts
4
serving the city
Schools
8
in this city
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$196,800
home value · ACS
Districts
4
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Marshall
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (7 of 8). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hughes Elementary School | 7.3 / 10 |
| 2 | Marshall High School | 6.3 / 10 |
| 3 | Walters Elementary | 6.1 / 10 |
| 4 | Marshall Academy | 5.5 / 10 |
| 5 | Mar Lee School | 5.1 / 10 |
| 6 | Gordon Elementary School | 4.7 / 10 |
| 7 | Marshall Middle School | 4.7 / 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
- 5.7/10
- Median household income
- $78,476
- Median home value
- $196,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 36%
- Avg commute
- 21 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 79%
14% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Marshall compares
Michigan rank
#278 of 372
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.5
below Michigan avg (6.2)
Median household income
$78k
107% of Michigan median
Schools in this city
7
About Schools in Marshall, Michigan
Marshall, Michigan is home to 8 schools, including 8 public schools. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.7 out of 10, schools in Marshall show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Marshall is Hughes Elementary School with a composite score of 7.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Marshall is served by 4 school districts. These districts collectively serve 4,115 students.
Marshall's community shows 36% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $78,476. The poverty rate in the area is 7.7%.
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.
Elementary Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 266 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.3 |
| 2 | 293 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.1 |
| 3 | 299 students · Kindergarten–8th | 5.1 |
| 4 | 247 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.7 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 542 students · 6th–8th | 4.7 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 769 students · 9th–12th | 6.3 |
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 249 students · Kindergarten–12th | 5.5 |
| 2 | 12 students · 4th–12th | — |
Schools in Marshall
Marshall, Michigan · 8 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$78,476
Median Home Value
$196,800
Median Rent
$904/mo
Population
14,954
College Educated
36%
Homeownership
79%
Avg Commute
21 min
Poverty Rate
7.7%
Community Profile
Marshall has a median household income of $78,476. It is an area where 36% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $196,800, with a median rent of $904/month. The local poverty rate of 7.7% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Michigan
- Elementary
- 4
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
- Other
- 2
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Marshall, Michigan
How many schools are in Marshall, Michigan?
Marshall has 8 schools, including 8 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Marshall, Michigan?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Marshall is 5.7 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, Michigan?
The top-ranked school in Marshall on MySchoolScout is Hughes Elementary School with a composite score of 7.3/10.
What is the best elementary school in Marshall, Michigan?
The top-ranked elementary school in Marshall on MySchoolScout is Hughes Elementary School with a composite score of 7.3/10.
What is the best middle school in Marshall, Michigan?
The top-ranked middle school in Marshall on MySchoolScout is Marshall Middle School with a composite score of 4.7/10.
What is the best high school in Marshall, Michigan?
The top-ranked high school in Marshall on MySchoolScout is Marshall High School with a composite score of 6.3/10.
How many school districts serve Marshall, Michigan?
Marshall is served by 4 school districts: Marshall Academy, Mar Lee School District, Marshall Public Schools, Calhoun Intermediate School District.
What is the education level in Marshall, Michigan?
According to Census data, 36% of adults in Marshall have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Marshall, Michigan?
The median household income in Marshall is approximately $78,476 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Marshall, Michigan?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Marshall is 14.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Marshall, Michigan?
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, Michigan Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.