Serving 263 students in grades 9-12, Marathon High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 263 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marathon High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Marathon High School's student population of 263 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
263 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Marathon High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marathon High School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#685 out of 1991 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
n/a
9%
White
93%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marathon High School's ranking?
Marathon High School is ranked #685 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Marathon High School often compared to?
Marathon High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edgar High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Marathon High School?
The graduation rate of Marathon High School is 90%, which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend Marathon High School?
263 students attend Marathon High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Marathon High School students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marathon High School?
Marathon High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Marathon High School offer ?
Marathon High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Marathon High School part of?
Marathon High School is part of Marathon City School District.
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