John Marshall Metropolitan High School is a public four-year high school located in the East Garfield Park neighborhood on the west side of Chicago, Illinois, United States. Opened in 1895, Marshall is operated by the Chicago Public Schools district.
Serving 229 students in grades 9-12, Marshall Metropolitan High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤10% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 229 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Graduation Rate: 60-64% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marshall Metropolitan High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Marshall Metropolitan High School's student population of 229 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
229 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
1895
Colors
Maroon, Gold
School Rankings
Marshall Metropolitan High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marshall Metropolitan High School is 0.13, 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
#3034 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
6%
28%
Black
93%
16%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-64%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
38%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marshall Metropolitan High School's ranking?
Marshall Metropolitan High School is ranked #3034 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Marshall Metropolitan High School?
The graduation rate of Marshall Metropolitan High School is 60-64%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Marshall Metropolitan High School?
229 students attend Marshall Metropolitan High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Marshall Metropolitan High School students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marshall Metropolitan High School?
Marshall Metropolitan High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Marshall Metropolitan High School offer ?
Marshall Metropolitan High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Marshall Metropolitan High School part of?
Marshall Metropolitan High School is part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 School District.
In what neighborhood is Marshall Metropolitan High School located?
Marshall Metropolitan High School is located in the Garfield Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 20 other public schools located in Garfield Park.
School Calendar
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Date
First Day of School
August 18, 2025 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
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