Summary:
The 65340 zip code is home to a single high school, Marshall Senior High, which serves grades 9-12. While the school has a 94.0% four-year graduation rate, its overall performance is below average, ranking 290 out of 367 Missouri high schools and earning a 1 out of 5-star rating from SchoolDigger.
Marshall Senior High faces several challenges, including below-average test scores across multiple subject areas, with only 21.4% of students proficient or better in Algebra I compared to the state average of 45.4%. The school also has a high chronic absenteeism rate of 19.7%, which may contribute to its academic struggles. Additionally, nearly 45% of students at Marshall Senior High receive free or reduced-price lunch, indicating socioeconomic challenges that could impact student outcomes.
Over time, the school's performance has declined, with its statewide ranking dropping from 238 out of 352 in 2022-2023 to 270 out of 367 in 2024-2025. To address these issues, the Marshall school district may need to implement targeted interventions and support to improve student attendance, academic achievement, and overall school performance.
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