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Very Good

#904 of 3,192 schools in MI

Top 28% in state

Marquette Senior High School

High School · Marquette Area Public Schools

1203 WEST FAIR AVE, Marquette, MI 49855

Enrollment

953

Student-Teacher

17.6:1

Score

7.1

Grades

7th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#904 of 3,192

In Marquette

#3 of 8

public schools

In district

#3 of 7

Marquette Area Public Schools

Equity

7.2 / 10

Very Good

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7.1/10

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About Marquette Senior High School

Marquette Senior High School is a public high school in Marquette, MI, part of Marquette Area Public Schools. Marquette Senior High School serves approximately 953 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 17.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Marquette Senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #904 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Marquette Senior High School show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares0.9 pts above district
  • This school 7.1 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.2
  • MI avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress6.9Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.28 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics6.7Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency38% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency64% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency51% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)61% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-10.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile52th
College Readiness7.6Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate92%
AP Participation22.6%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment7.1Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,529
Chronic Absenteeism16.9%

Marquette Senior High School — Students at Marquette Senior High School score 51% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

21.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 43.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 67.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from MI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
67%
ELA
79%
2010
Math
69%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
44%
ELA
73%
2012
Math
39%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
45%
ELA
75%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
44%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
53%
ELA
76%
2017
Math
0.5%
ELA
0.5%
2018
Math
43%
ELA
70%
2019
Math
43%
ELA
70%
2020*
Math
38%
ELA
64%
2021*
Math
38%
ELA
64%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.9/10.

How Marquette Senior High School Compares

See how Marquette Senior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.1/10
72th percentile in MI
Academic
6.7/10
Average
Growth
6.9/10
Average
Environment
7.1/10
Very Good
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.5
Sports
25
12 boys' · 13 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
21%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
54 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.9%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
22.6% participation·State avg: 2.5 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics25sports offered
12 boys'·13 girls'·40 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1203 WEST FAIR AVE, Marquette, MI 49855

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Marquette Senior High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Negaunee High School (rated 7.3/10, 10.4 miles away, in nearby Negaunee), with a very similar rating. Another option is Westwood High School (rated 6.9/10, 15.7 miles away, in nearby Ishpeming), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Ishpeming High School (rated 6.7/10, 12.8 miles away, in nearby Ishpeming), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Marquette, see our Marquette schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 15.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Sandy Knoll School Marquette 0.8 mi 7.7
FR MARQUETTE CATHOLIC ACADEMY Marquette 1.3 mi 7.0
Vandenboom Alternative High School Marquette 1.0 mi 5.3
Bothwell Middle School Marquette 1.5 mi 5.9
Graveraet Elementary School Marquette 1.1 mi 9.0
Superior Hills Elementary School Marquette 1.6 mi 6.6
MarquetteAlger Administrative Unit Marquette 1.3 mi
North Star Montessori Academy Marquette 2.1 mi 6.7
Cherry Creek Elementary School Marquette 6.0 mi 6.2
Lakeview School Negaunee 9.8 mi 7.7
Negaunee Middle School Negaunee 10.0 mi 7.1
Negaunee High School Negaunee 10.4 mi 7.3
KI Sawyer Elementary School Gwinn 15.7 mi 4.0
Birchview School Ishpeming 12.2 mi 5.7
Ishpeming Middle School Ishpeming 12.8 mi 5.7
Ishpeming High School Ishpeming 12.8 mi 6.7
IshpemingNegauneeNICE Comm Ed Division Negaunee 13.0 mi
George D Gilbert Elementary School Gwinn 18.7 mi 7.1
Gwinn MiddleHigh School Gwinn 19.2 mi 5.7
Westwood High School Ishpeming 15.7 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 49855 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$62,321

Median Home Value

$245,100

Median Rent

$992/mo

Population

33,199

College Educated

44.9%

Homeownership

61.2%

Avg Commute

14.9 min

Poverty Rate

16.3%

Median Age

36.1

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Clarkston Junior High School Clarkston, MI 7.1
Godwin Heights Senior High School Grand Rapids, MI 7.1
Lakeview High School Battle Creek, MI 7.1
Mason High School Mason, MI 7.1
Mona Shores High School Muskegon, MI 7.1
Roosevelt High School Wyandotte, MI 7.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Marquette Senior High School

What grades does Marquette Senior High School serve?

Marquette Senior High School serves students in grades 7th through 12th.

How many students attend Marquette Senior High School?

Marquette Senior High School has an enrollment of approximately 953 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Marquette Senior High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Marquette Senior High School is 17.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Marquette Senior High School rank in MI?

Marquette Senior High School ranks #904 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Marquette Senior High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Marquette Senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Marquette Senior High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Marquette Senior High School has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Marquette Senior High School a charter school?

No, Marquette Senior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Marquette Senior High School a Title I school?

No, Marquette Senior High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Marquette Senior High School?

21.1% of students at Marquette Senior High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
49 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
69 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
953
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
54
Free/Reduced Lunch
21.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Marquette County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.9%
4-Year Graduation
92.0%

District

Marquette Area Public Schools
District Enrollment
3,227
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,529
District Rank
#3 of 7

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