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Marshall Sr. High

High School · MARSHALL

805 S MIAMI, Marshall, MO 65340

Enrollment

797

Student-Teacher

14.2:1

Score

5.4

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#1,547 of 2,221

In Marshall

#5 of 6

public schools

In district

#4 of 5

MARSHALL

Academic growth

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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5.4/10

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About Marshall Sr. High

Marshall Sr. High is a public high school in Marshall, MO, part of MARSHALL. Marshall Sr.

High serves approximately 797 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Marshall Sr. High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,547 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Marshall Sr. High show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts below MO schools
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • MO avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Marshall Sr. High sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.0Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+4.65 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics3.5Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency21.4% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency39.1% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg-27 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-18.3 pts
Overall Proficiency30% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected-15.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile16th
College Readiness4.2Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate85%
AP Participation2%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment5.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,711
Chronic Absenteeism15.8%

Marshall Sr. High — Students at Marshall Sr. High score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

44.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 26.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 46.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
56.6% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 31 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
37%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
27%
ELA
61%
2011
Math
32%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
29%
ELA
44%
2013
Math
32%
ELA
60%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
54.5%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
17%
ELA
36%
2019
Math
17%
ELA
36%
2020*
Math
13%
ELA
29%
2021*
Math
13%
ELA
29%
2022
Math
12%
ELA
32%
2024
Math
12.1%
ELA
39.1%
2025
Math
21.4%
ELA
39.1%

* 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: 9.0/10.

How Marshall Sr. High Compares

See how Marshall Sr. High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.4/10
30th percentile in MO
Academic
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
9.0/10
Excellent
Environment
5.1/10
Average
AP Courses
1
State avg: 2.3
Sports
24
12 boys' · 12 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
45%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
56 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.8%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs1 AP course offered
2% participation·State avg: 2.3 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics24sports offered
12 boys'·12 girls'·52 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

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

Location

805 S MIAMI, Marshall, MO 65340

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Marshall Sr. High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. SWEET SPRINGS HIGH (rated 8.6/10, 14.7 miles away, in nearby Sweet Springs), which scores notably higher. Another option is NORTHWEST HIGH (rated 8.2/10, 19.2 miles away, in nearby Hughesville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SLATER HIGH (rated 5.8/10, 10.8 miles away, in nearby Slater), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Marshall, see our Marshall schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 17.8 mi
School Distance Rating
BENTON ELEM. Marshall 0.5 mi 6.7
ST PETER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Marshall 0.6 mi 5.9
BUEKER MIDDLE Marshall 0.8 mi 7.9
EASTWOOD ELEM. Marshall 1.1 mi 4.1
PRAIRIE VIEW SCHOOL Marshall 1.5 mi
SPAINHOWER PRIMARY SCHOOL Marshall 1.9 mi 6.0
OREARVILLE ELEM. Slater 8.5 mi 3.6
Malta Bend Elementary School Malta Bend 9.8 mi 6.5
Malta Bend High School Malta Bend 9.8 mi 5.3
MIAMI ELEM. Miami 12.4 mi 6.2
SLATER HIGH Slater 10.8 mi 5.8
ALEXANDER ELEM. Slater 10.9 mi 6.4
HARDEMAN ELEM. Marshall 10.8 mi 8.1
GILLIAM ELEM. Gilliam 13.9 mi 4.7
SWEET SPRINGS ELEM. Sweet Springs 14.7 mi 8.1
SWEET SPRINGS HIGH Sweet Springs 14.7 mi 8.6
BLACKWATER ELEM. Blackwater 14.8 mi 6.4
NORTHWEST ELEM. Houstonia 17.0 mi 9.6
NORTHWEST HIGH Hughesville 19.2 mi 8.2
WAVERLY REGIONAL YOUTH CTR. Waverly 17.8 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 65340 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$56,534

Median Home Value

$151,700

Median Rent

$765/mo

Population

15,977

College Educated

30.2%

Homeownership

70.1%

Avg Commute

14.3 min

Poverty Rate

14.4%

Median Age

33.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Marshall Sr. High

What grades does Marshall Sr. High serve?

Marshall Sr. High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Marshall Sr. High?

Marshall Sr. High has an enrollment of approximately 797 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Marshall Sr. High?

The student-teacher ratio at Marshall Sr. High is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Marshall Sr. High rank in MO?

Marshall Sr. High ranks #1,547 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Marshall Sr. High's MySchoolScout rating?

Marshall Sr. High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Marshall Sr. High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Marshall Sr. High has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Marshall Sr. High a charter school?

No, Marshall Sr. High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Marshall Sr. High a Title I school?

No, Marshall Sr. High is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Marshall Sr. High?

44.8% of students at Marshall Sr. High 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
37 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
797
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
56
Free/Reduced Lunch
44.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Saline County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.8%
4-Year Graduation
85.0%

District

MARSHALL
District Enrollment
2,401
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,711
District Rank
#4 of 5

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