Serving 315 students in grades 7-12, Marathon High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 315 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marathon High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Student Attention
School Overview
Marathon High School's student population of 315 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
315 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Marathon High School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marathon High School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1548 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
2%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
96%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marathon High School's ranking?
Marathon High School is ranked #1548 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Marathon High School often compared to?
Marathon High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cortland High School, Homer Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Marathon High School?
The graduation rate of Marathon High School is 90%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Marathon High School?
315 students attend Marathon High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Marathon High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marathon High School?
Marathon High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Marathon High School offer ?
Marathon High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Marathon High School part of?
Marathon High School is part of Marathon Central School District.
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