John Marshall High School vs Rochester Beacon Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Minnesota, United States, 2.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
John Marshall High School
Rochester · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,549 students
Rochester Beacon Academy
Rochester · Charter high · Grades 6–12
115 students
| Measure | John Marshall High School Rochester, Minnesota | Rochester Beacon Academy Rochester, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #323 of 433 | #388 of 433 |
| National rank | #9139 of 16,910 | #13100 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 1,549 | 115 |
| Enrollment | 1,549 | 115 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 40.7% | 43.5% |
| Students per teacher | – | 11.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 50% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 31% | 12% |
| city | Rochester | Rochester |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •John Marshall High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (47.2 vs 31.1).
- •John Marshall High School does better on math proficiency (31% vs 12%).
- •John Marshall High School does better on reading proficiency (50% vs 27%).
- •John Marshall High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (40.7% vs 43.5%).
- •John Marshall High School is the larger school with 1,549 students compared with 115.
- •John Marshall High School is a public school while Rochester Beacon Academy is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 John Marshall High School better than Rochester Beacon Academy?
On the Success Index (US), John Marshall High School ranks higher (47.2 vs 31.1 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 John Marshall High School and Rochester Beacon Academy?
About 2.6 km in a straight line, between Rochester and Rochester in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
John Marshall High School: 1,549. Rochester Beacon Academy: 115. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do John Marshall High School and Rochester Beacon Academy rank in Minnesota?
John Marshall High School is 323rd of 433 and Rochester Beacon Academy is 388th of 433 among high schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).