Serving 164 students in grades 9-12, Marcellus High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 164 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marcellus High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Marcellus High School's student population of 164 students has declined by 48% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
164 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings
Marcellus High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marcellus High School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1183 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
34%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
45%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
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Asian
1%
4%
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Hispanic
4%
9%
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Black
2%
18%
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White
88%
63%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Graduation Rate
≥90%
81%
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
50%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marcellus High School's ranking?
Marcellus High School is ranked #1183 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Marcellus High School often compared to?
Marcellus High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mattawan Middle School, Edwardsburg High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Marcellus High School?
The graduation rate of Marcellus High School is 90%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Marcellus High School?
164 students attend Marcellus High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Marcellus High School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marcellus High School?
Marcellus High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Marcellus High School offer ?
Marcellus High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Marcellus High School part of?
Marcellus High School is part of Marcellus Community Schools School District.
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