Marshall County Central Schools School District
School District · Newfolden, Minnesota
Avg Rating
8.2
out of 10
Schools
3
2 elem, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,361
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.1:1
Avg Rating
8.2
out of 10
Schools
3
2 elem, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,361
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.1:1
Evaluating Marshall County Central Schools?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Marshall County Central Schools as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
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Marshall County Central High
Newfolden · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Newfolden Elementary
Newfolden · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Minnesota rank
#13 of 386
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+2.0
above Minnesota avg
Per-pupil spending
$14,361
$247 vs Minnesota median
District size
459 students
Smaller than Minnesota median
Top-Rated Schools in Marshall County Central Schools
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (2 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Marshall County Central High | 7.8 / 10 |
| 2 | Newfolden Elementary | 7.2 / 10 |
See all 3 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Marshall County Central Schools
Marshall County Central Schools is a Newfolden, Minnesota school district serving 3 schools. The district educates 459 students with a student-teacher ratio of 13.1:1. The district invests $14,361 per student annually.
With an average rating of 8.2/10, Marshall County Central Schools is among the strongest-performing districts in the state.
The highest-rated school in the district is Marshall County Central High, which has a composite score of 7.8/10.
In standardized testing, Marshall County Central Schools students show an average math proficiency of 48.1% and ELA proficiency of 60.6%.
The district includes 2 elementary schools , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in Marshall County Central Schools, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Marshall County Central Schools with test data.
Schools in Marshall County Central Schools
3 schools Elementary Schools 2
High Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Minnesota
- City
- Newfolden
- Total Enrollment
- 459
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Marshall County Central Schools?
Marshall County Central Schools has 3 schools in total — 2 elementary, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Marshall County Central Schools?
The average composite rating for Marshall County Central Schools is 8.2/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Marshall County Central Schools?
Marshall County Central Schools spends $14,361 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Marshall County Central Schools?
The average student-teacher ratio in Marshall County Central Schools is 13.1:1.
What is the top-rated school in Marshall County Central Schools?
Marshall County Central High is the highest-rated school in Marshall County Central Schools with a composite score of 7.8/10.
What are the test scores in Marshall County Central Schools?
Across schools in Marshall County Central Schools with test data, the average math proficiency is 48.1% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 60.6%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Marshall County Central Schools compare to other districts in Minnesota?
Marshall County Central Schools has an average school rating of 8.2/10 across 3 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Minnesota by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 8.2/10
- Math Proficiency
- 48.1%
- ELA Proficiency
- 60.6%
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Minnesota Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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