Marinette High School is a public high school serving grades 9 through 12 in the city of Marinette, Wisconsin. It is part of the School District of Marinette, and had an estimated enrollment of 623 for the 2014–15 school year. It is the only public high school in Marinette.
Serving 618 students in grades 9-12, Marinette High School ranks in the bottom 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 618 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marinette High School's student population of 618 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
618 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Motto
Every Marine, Every Day
School Rankings
Marinette High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marinette High School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1751 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
2%
9%
White
86%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Marinette School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Marine
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marinette High School's ranking?
Marinette High School is ranked #1751 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Marinette High School often compared to?
Marinette High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Peshtigo High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Marinette High School?
The graduation rate of Marinette High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend Marinette High School?
618 students attend Marinette High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Marinette High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marinette High School?
Marinette High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Marinette High School offer ?
Marinette High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Marinette High School part of?
Marinette High School is part of Marinette School District.
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