Points of Pride
- MHS is committed to serving the school and community.
- MHS is dedicated to the advancement of the MHS staff through Professional Learning Communities.
- Seven current students scored a perfect 36 on the ACT.
- MHS has 18 National Board Certified Teachers on staff.
- 10 students named National Semifinalists in the 2026 National Merit Scholar Competition; Marquette achieved the sixth-highest number of semifinalists in the state and the third-highest for public schools.
- One current student was awarded First-Generation Recognition in College Board’s National Recognition Program.
- 43 current students were awarded the School Recognition Award in College Board’s National Recognition Program.
- The College Board AP Program recognized 93 AP Scholars, 53 Scholars with Honor, 147 Scholars with Distinction, 23 AP Capstone Diplomas, 11 AP Seminar & Research Certificates.
- U.S. News & World Report recognized MHS as one of “America's Best High Schools.”
- The Washington Post recognized MHS as one of “America's Most Challenging High Schools.”
- MHS recognized 122 Bright Flight Scholars (31 or better on the ACT) in the Class of 2025.
- U.S. News & World Report recognized MHS as one of “America’s Best High Schools.”
- Washington Post recognized MHS as one of “America’s Most Challenging High Schools.”
- MHS recognized 122 Seniors in the Class of 2025 for achieving a 4.0 Cumulative GPA at the end of their 7th semester of high school.
- U.S. News & World Report and Newsweek recognized MHS as “one of the best STEM High Schools in America.”
- MHS provides 72 competitive sports and fine art groups.
- MHS offers 90+ clubs ranging from cultural awareness, special interests, and a nationally recognized newspaper and yearbook.
- In 2025, Marquette High School was ranked #6 in Best Public High Schools in Missouri by Niche.
Our Students
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Enrollment By Grade
| Grade Level | Enrollment |
|---|---|
| 9th Grade | 495 |
| 10th Grade | 536 |
| 11th Grade | 555 |
| 12th Grade | 503 |
| Total Enrollment | 2,089 |
Demographics
| Group | Enrollment |
|---|---|
| American Indian/Alaska Native | *Some values are not listed in order to protect small student populations. |
| Asian | 18.5% |
| Black | 8.5% |
| Hawaiian/Pacific Islander | *Some values are not listed in order to protect small student populations. |
| Hispanic | 6.2% |
| Multiracial | 3.5% |
| White | 63.2% |
Our Staff
88%
have advanced degrees
15
average years' experience
19:1
student/teacher ratio
Calendar Days and Attendance
173
days scheduled
1,044
minimum hours of instruction
81%
proportional attendance rate