John Marshall High School is a public high school in Glen Dale, West Virginia, United States. It is one of two high schools in the Marshall County School District. Athletic teams compete as the John Marshall Monarchs in the WVSSAC Class AAA, as well as the Ohio Valley Athletic Conference.
Serving 1,067 students in grades 9-12, John Marshall High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,067 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in WV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John Marshall High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
John Marshall High School's student population of 1,067 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 92 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,067 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
92 teachers
Year Founded
1968
Colors
Brown, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
John Marshall High School ranks within the top 50% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John Marshall High School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.22. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#254 out of 617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
2%
Black
1%
4%
White
96%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
91%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Monarch
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John Marshall High School's ranking?
John Marshall High School is ranked #254 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are John Marshall High School often compared to?
John Marshall High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greenbrier East High School, Brooke High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
What is the graduation rate of John Marshall High School?
The graduation rate of John Marshall High School is 96%, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 91%.
How many students attend John Marshall High School?
1,067 students attend John Marshall High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of John Marshall High School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John Marshall High School?
John Marshall High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does John Marshall High School offer ?
John Marshall High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is John Marshall High School part of?
John Marshall High School is part of Marshall County Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 3/30/2009
John Marshall High schools offers a variety of classes to accomodate various fields of study. There are many college level classes that students may take to earn college credit. The art and music programs at John Marshall are excellent; and the variety of extracurricular activities can accomadate any student's interests. Though the facitlities are a bit old, they are well kept. Parent involvement is encouraged in many extracurricular activities.
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