Serving 2,277 students in grades 9-12, Marquette Sr. High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,277 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 20% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marquette Sr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Marquette Sr. High School's student population of 2,277 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 140 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,277 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
140 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Marquette Sr. High School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marquette Sr. High School is 0.54, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.49. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#117 out of 2092 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
17%
2%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
10%
15%
White
65%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marquette Sr. High School's ranking?
Marquette Sr. High School is ranked #117 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Marquette Sr. High School often compared to?
Marquette Sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lafayette Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Marquette Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Marquette Sr. High School is 94%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 89%.
How many students attend Marquette Sr. High School?
2,277 students attend Marquette Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Marquette Sr. High School students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marquette Sr. High School?
Marquette Sr. High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Marquette Sr. High School offer ?
Marquette Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Marquette Sr. High School part of?
Marquette Sr. High School is part of Rockwood R-VI School District.
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