Serving 1,244 students in grades 9-12, Marshfield High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,244 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marshfield High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Marshfield High School's student population of 1,244 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,244 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Aug 26, 2025
School Motto
We Learn the Way, To Know the Way, To Show the Way.
School Rankings
Marshfield High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marshfield High School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#799 out of 1962 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
1%
9%
White
85%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marshfield High School's ranking?
Marshfield High School is ranked #799 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Marshfield High School often compared to?
Marshfield High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stevens Point Area Senior High School, Auburndale High School, Lincoln High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Marshfield High School?
The graduation rate of Marshfield High School is 91%, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend Marshfield High School?
1,244 students attend Marshfield High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Marshfield High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marshfield High School?
Marshfield High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Marshfield High School offer ?
Marshfield High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Marshfield High School part of?
Marshfield High School is part of Marshfield Unified School District.
School Reviews
5 11/5/2014
Hello, I am the very proud principal of Marshfield High School! I believe that we offer a fully comprehensive high school curriculum and an enriching array of extra-curricular offerings that afford our students the opportunity to explore and find their direction.
We are an academically rigorous school. Our AP scores are among the top, if not the top in the state. Our tech ed. program is very strong and skillfully prepares our students for a career path.
Please come for a visit and check us out! You will find an exceptional public school with an incredible staff and wonderful students. But honestly...I am more than a little biased so come and see for yourself!
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