Marietta High School is a six-year, public, secondary school in Marietta, Ohio, United States. The school serves students in the Marietta City School District in grades seven through twelve. As of 2023–2024, the enrollment is 1,028 students. Marietta's mascot is Tabby the tiger and its colors are orange and black.
Serving 1,028 students in grades 7-12, Marietta High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 1,028 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marietta High School's student population of 1,028 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 41% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,028 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Year Founded
1853
Colors
Black, Orange
School Rankings
Marietta High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marietta High School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2238 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
1%
17%
White
91%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tabby The Tiger
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marietta High School's ranking?
Marietta High School is ranked #2238 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Marietta High School often compared to?
Marietta High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Warren High School, Washington County Cc Barrett Bld by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Marietta High School?
The graduation rate of Marietta High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Marietta High School?
1,028 students attend Marietta High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Marietta High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marietta High School?
Marietta High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Marietta High School offer ?
Marietta High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marietta High School part of?
Marietta High School is part of Marietta City School District.
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