Serving 634 students in grades 9-12, Marianna High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is equal to the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 634 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marianna High School's student population of 634 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
634 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Marianna High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marianna High School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2127 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
7%
37%
Black
32%
21%
White
53%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marianna High School's ranking?
Marianna High School is ranked #2127 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Marianna High School often compared to?
Marianna High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sneads High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Marianna High School?
The graduation rate of Marianna High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Marianna High School?
634 students attend Marianna High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Marianna High School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marianna High School?
Marianna High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Marianna High School offer ?
Marianna High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Marianna High School part of?
Marianna High School is part of Jackson School District.
School Calendar
View the Marianna High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
No School, Thanksgiving Break (Events)
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
No School, Thanksgiving Break (Events)
November 26, 2024 (Tuesday)
No School, Thanksgiving Break (Events)
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
No School, Thanksgiving Break (Events)
November 28, 2024 (Thursday)
No School, Thanksgiving Break (Events)
November 29, 2024 (Friday)
School Reviews
1 3/21/2020
It has horrible smelling bathrooms.
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