Serving 2,136 students in grades 9-12, Marquette Sr. High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,136 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 20% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marquette Sr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Marquette Sr. High School's student population of 2,136 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 135 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,136 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
135 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Marquette Sr. High School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marquette Sr. High School is 0.56, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#137 out of 2084 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
18%
2%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
10%
15%
White
63%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marquette Sr. High School's ranking?
Marquette Sr. High School is ranked #137 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Marquette Sr. High School often compared to?
Marquette Sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lafayette Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Marquette Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Marquette Sr. High School is 95%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Marquette Sr. High School?
2,136 students attend Marquette Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Marquette Sr. High School students are White, 18% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marquette Sr. High School?
Marquette Sr. High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Marquette Sr. High School offer ?
Marquette Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Marquette Sr. High School part of?
Marquette Sr. High School is part of Rockwood R-VI School District.
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