The Marquette Branch Prison is located in Marquette, Michigan on the south shore of Lake Superior. The prison, which opened in 1889, is a facility of the Michigan Department of Corrections that holds about 1,100 inmates in maximum and minimum-security housing.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marquette Branch Prison ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students (22-23)
1 student
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
100%
18%
White
n/a
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Marquette Branch Prison?
1 students attend Marquette Branch Prison.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Marquette Branch Prison students are Black.
What grades does Marquette Branch Prison offer ?
Marquette Branch Prison offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marquette Branch Prison part of?
Marquette Branch Prison is part of Michigan Department Of Corrections School District.
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