Serving 1,256 students in grades 9-12, Marshall County High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 27% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,256 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marshall County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Marshall County High School's student population of 1,256 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,256 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Marshall County High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marshall County High School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.45. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#853 out of 1267 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
n/a
11%
White
94%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marshall County High School's ranking?
Marshall County High School is ranked #853 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Marshall County High School often compared to?
Marshall County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Marshall Middle School, Livingston Central High School, Jonathan Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Marshall County High School?
The graduation rate of Marshall County High School is 96%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Marshall County High School?
1,256 students attend Marshall County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Marshall County High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marshall County High School?
Marshall County High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Marshall County High School offer ?
Marshall County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Marshall County High School part of?
Marshall County High School is part of Marshall County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/30/2008
Loads of classes, nice kids and teachers. Probably best school I've attended.
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