Serving 1,216 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 27% (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 28% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,216 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (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 1,216 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,216 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
School Rankings
Marshall County High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,250 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 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#896 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
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%
10%
Black
n/a
11%
White
94%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Marshal Man
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marshall County High School's ranking?
Marshall County High School is ranked #896 out of 1,250 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 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% 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 97%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Marshall County High School?
1,216 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
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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