Marshall County High School vs North Marshall Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Kentucky, United States, 5.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Marshall County High School
Benton · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,201 students
North Marshall Middle School
Calvert City · Public middle · Grades 6–8
487 students
| Measure | Marshall County High School Benton, Kentucky | North Marshall Middle School Calvert City, Kentucky |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #87 of 214 | #180 of 217 |
| National rank | #10443 of 16,910 | #8917 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,201 | 487 |
| Enrollment | 1,201 | 487 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 48.2% | 51.5% |
| Students per teacher | 19.1 | 16.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 48% | 51% |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 32% |
| city | Benton | Calvert City |
| state | Kentucky | Kentucky |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Marshall Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.1 vs 42.1).
- •Marshall County High School does better on math proficiency (35% vs 32%).
- •North Marshall Middle School does better on reading proficiency (51% vs 48%).
- •Marshall County High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (48.2% vs 51.5%).
- •North Marshall Middle School does better on students per teacher (16.8 vs 19.1).
- •Marshall County High School is the larger school with 1,201 students compared with 487.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Marshall County High School better than North Marshall Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), North Marshall Middle School ranks higher (44.1 vs 42.1 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Marshall County High School and North Marshall Middle School?
About 5.8 km in a straight line, between Benton and Calvert City in Kentucky.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Marshall County High School: 1,201. North Marshall Middle School: 487. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Marshall County High School and North Marshall Middle School rank in Kentucky?
Marshall County High School is 87th of 214 and North Marshall Middle School is 180th of 217 among high schools in Kentucky on the 2025 Success Index (US).