For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,488 students in Marshall, NC (there are , serving 8 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in Marshall, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in Marshall, NC are Madison Early College High School, Brush Creek Elementary School and Madison Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Marshall, NC public schools have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in Marshall have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools in Marshall, NC (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Madison Early College High School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 70-74% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5734 Us 25/70 Hwy
Marshall, NC 28753
(828) 649-0319
Marshall, NC 28753
(828) 649-0319
Gr: 9-13 | 247 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #22.
Brush Creek Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
265 Upper Brush Creek Road
Marshall, NC 28753
(828) 649-1547
Marshall, NC 28753
(828) 649-1547
Gr: K-5 | 373 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #33.
Madison Middle School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
95 Upper Brush Creek Rd
Marshall, NC 28753
(828) 649-2269
Marshall, NC 28753
(828) 649-2269
Gr: 6-8 | 464 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #44.
Madison High School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5740 Us Hwy 25-70
Marshall, NC 28753
(828) 649-2876
Marshall, NC 28753
(828) 649-2876
Gr: 9-12 | 391 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: n/an/a
Madison Velocity Learning Center
Alternative School
5740 Us Hwy 25/70
Marshall, NC 28753
(828) 649-2876
Marshall, NC 28753
(828) 649-2876
Gr: 9-12 | 13 students Minority enrollment: 8%
Marshall, North Carolina ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
4100 Highway 212
Marshall, NC 28753
(828) 656-2223
Marshall, NC 28753
(828) 656-2223
Gr: K-5 | 59 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Marshall, NC?
The top ranked public schools in Marshall, NC include Madison Early College High School, Brush Creek Elementary School and Madison Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Marshall?
5 public schools are located in Marshall.
What percentage of students in Marshall go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in Marshall are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in Marshall?
Marshall public schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Which public schools in Marshall are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Marshall include: Madison Early College High School vs. Madison High School, Madison High School vs. Madison Early College High School
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