Marshall County Schools & Education
Marshall County, Minnesota
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataSchool Score
61/100
Percentile-style score
Score Band
Midrange Signal
Graduation Rate
88.2%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
88.2%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 86.6%
Per-Pupil Spending
$9,257
National avg $13,239
State avg $8,463
School Score
61/100
Percentile-style score
State avg 55/100
State Score Position
#30
of 87 counties by score
Education Data Brief: Marshall County
Measured School Summary
Marshall County performs at an average level with a school score of 61/100 and a solid graduation rate of 88.2%.
Funding Context
Marshall County spends $9,257 per student, which is on the lower end of adequate and may require careful resource allocation to maintain quality.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 10% above the Minnesota average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 1.6 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 9% higher than the state norm.
School Data Brief
How to read Marshall County before comparing districts
County-level education data is best used as a screening layer. It summarizes the local school environment, then points you toward the district and school records that matter for local review.
Local context that changes the interpretation
10 public schools and 5 districts are represented below. Use those school and district records to confirm whether the county-level context fits the neighborhoods you are actually considering.
Overall screen
61/100
Mixed county signal. Ranks #30 of 87 Minnesota counties with school score data.
Completion
88.2%
1.6 pts above the state average
Funding context
$9,257
$794 above the state average
School coverage
10
5 districts represented in the county school list.
Start with measured county context
This county needs a closer look at district mix, school level, and local context. Compare the score, graduation rate, and spending together rather than treating any single metric as final.
Check the local school mix
Marshall County has 10 public schools across 5 districts, so school-level fit can vary inside the county.
Verify local rules
Use this page as county-level context, then confirm attendance zones, transportation, special programs, and current school boundaries with local districts.
What Marshall County school data means before you move
County averages are useful for screening, but parents choose addresses, grade pathways, and district rules. This brief turns the public data into the checks that matter before you sign a lease or mortgage.
Mixed school landscape
Marshall County has enough school-level records to compare the local mix, but no single county metric should be treated as the answer. Use district shape, grade span, and data coverage together.
State position
#30
of 87 Minnesota counties with school score data. The county score is 6 points above the state average.
Data confidence
Usable
3 of 5 county signals are present, and 100% of listed schools report enrollment. Compare schools, then verify missing fields locally.
K-12 continuity check
These are the largest visible district slices in the county data. They show whether elementary, middle, and high school records appear together or whether a family needs to investigate transition points.
WARREN-ALVARADO-OSLO SCHOOL DIST.
Elementary and high visible
585 students
2 listed schools in this county slice.
MARSHALL COUNTY CENTRAL SCHOOLS
Elementary and high visible
457 students
3 listed schools in this county slice.
STEPHEN-ARGYLE CENTRAL SCHOOLS
Elementary and high visible
287 students
2 listed schools in this county slice.
GRYGLA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
Elementary and high visible
135 students
2 listed schools in this county slice.
District reality check
MARSHALL COUNTY CENTRAL SCHOOLS is the largest listed district slice, with 3 schools. County pages do not prove address assignment, so verify boundaries with local district tools.
What the data cannot tell you
NCES records do not confirm current attendance zones, private-school options, transfer approvals, program capacity, transportation, or whether a listed school is available to a specific address.
Questions to ask before choosing an address
Which district actually serves the addresses we are considering in Marshall County?
Do the neighborhoods we like fall inside the same district, or are we comparing different Marshall County district systems?
Where do students transition after the visible grade band, and is that next school inside the same district path?
If we need a program not visible in the NCES flags, which district office can confirm current offerings?
Are the largest listed schools the ones our address can actually attend, or are they only county-level context?
Education Overview
About Schools in Marshall County, Minnesota
This context is screened for neutral school-data wording and should be read alongside the current metrics on this page. It is not school advice.
Efficient Schooling Across Marshall County
Marshall County provides education to 1,464 students through 10 public schools managed by five different districts. The infrastructure consists of five elementary schools, four high schools, and one special education center.
Strong Results and High Investment
The county boasts an 88.2% graduation rate, surpassing both the state average of 86.6% and the national benchmark of 87.0%. Local investment is robust, with per-pupil spending at $9,257, which is roughly $800 more than the state average.
Warren-Alvarado-Oslo Leads the District Pack
The Warren-Alvarado-Oslo School District is the largest in the county, enrolling 585 students across its two campuses. Marshall County Central Schools and Stephen-Argyle Central Schools also provide essential coverage for this entirely rural county.
A Traditional Rural Education Experience
Every school in Marshall County is classified as rural, with an average school size of 163 students. Warren Elementary is the most populated school with 312 students, while most other campuses maintain even smaller, highly personal student bodies.
School Overview
Total Schools
10
in Marshall County
Reported Enrollment
1,464
10 schools reporting
School Districts
5
districts
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
School Level Breakdown
5 School Districts in Marshall County
WARREN-ALVARADO-OSLO SCHOOL DIST.
MARSHALL COUNTY CENTRAL SCHOOLS
STEPHEN-ARGYLE CENTRAL SCHOOLS
GRYGLA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
NW REGION INTERDISTRICT COUNCIL
10 Public Schools in Marshall County
Sorted by reported enrollment. Every NCES public school remains listed here; no school-level profile pages are included in the current generated coverage for this county.
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataLevel
Showing 10 of 10 matching schools
| School Name | Profile | District | Location | Grades | Type / Flags | Reported Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WARREN ELEMENTARY | Record | WARREN-ALVARADO-OSLO SCHOOL DIST. | WARREN, 56762Rural: Distant | PK–5 | Primary | 312 |
| WARREN-ALVARADO-OSLO SECONDARY | Record | WARREN-ALVARADO-OSLO SCHOOL DIST. | WARREN, 56762Rural: Distant | 6–12 | High | 273 |
| MARSHALL COUNTY CENTRAL HIGH | Record | MARSHALL COUNTY CENTRAL SCHOOLS | NEWFOLDEN, 56738Rural: Remote | 7–12 | High | 214 |
| ARGYLE ELEMENTARY | Record | STEPHEN-ARGYLE CENTRAL SCHOOLS | ARGYLE, 56713Rural: Remote | PK–6 | Primary | 156 |
| NEWFOLDEN ELEMENTARY | Record | MARSHALL COUNTY CENTRAL SCHOOLS | NEWFOLDEN, 56738Rural: Remote | 3–6 | Primary | 141 |
| STEPHEN SENIOR HIGH | Record | STEPHEN-ARGYLE CENTRAL SCHOOLS | STEPHEN, 56757Rural: Remote | 7–12 | High | 131 |
| VIKING ELEMENTARY | Record | MARSHALL COUNTY CENTRAL SCHOOLS | VIKING, 56760Rural: Remote | PK–2 | Primary | 102 |
| GRYGLA SECONDARY | Record | GRYGLA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT | GRYGLA, 56727Rural: Remote | 7–12 | High | 71 |
| GRYGLA ELEMENTARY | Record | GRYGLA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT | GRYGLA, 56727Rural: Remote | PK–6 | Primary | 64 |
| NW REGION INTERDISTRICT COUNCIL | Record | NW REGION INTERDISTRICT COUNCIL | NEWFOLDEN, 56738Rural: Remote | PK–12 | Special Education | 0 |
WARREN ELEMENTARY
WARREN-ALVARADO-OSLO SCHOOL DIST.
WARREN, 56762 / Rural: Distant
WARREN-ALVARADO-OSLO SECONDARY
WARREN-ALVARADO-OSLO SCHOOL DIST.
WARREN, 56762 / Rural: Distant
MARSHALL COUNTY CENTRAL HIGH
MARSHALL COUNTY CENTRAL SCHOOLS
NEWFOLDEN, 56738 / Rural: Remote
ARGYLE ELEMENTARY
STEPHEN-ARGYLE CENTRAL SCHOOLS
ARGYLE, 56713 / Rural: Remote
NEWFOLDEN ELEMENTARY
MARSHALL COUNTY CENTRAL SCHOOLS
NEWFOLDEN, 56738 / Rural: Remote
STEPHEN SENIOR HIGH
STEPHEN-ARGYLE CENTRAL SCHOOLS
STEPHEN, 56757 / Rural: Remote
VIKING ELEMENTARY
MARSHALL COUNTY CENTRAL SCHOOLS
VIKING, 56760 / Rural: Remote
GRYGLA ELEMENTARY
GRYGLA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
GRYGLA, 56727 / Rural: Remote
NW REGION INTERDISTRICT COUNCIL
NW REGION INTERDISTRICT COUNCIL
NEWFOLDEN, 56738 / Rural: Remote
Education Funding Detail
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$9,257
State avg $8,463
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Schools in Marshall County, Minnesota — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Marshall County, Minnesota?
Marshall County provides education to 1,464 students through 10 public schools managed by five different districts. The infrastructure consists of five elementary schools, four high schools, and one special education center.
How do schools in Marshall County perform academically?
The county boasts an 88.2% graduation rate, surpassing both the state average of 86.6% and the national benchmark of 87.0%. Local investment is robust, with per-pupil spending at $9,257, which is roughly $800 more than the state average.
What are the major school districts in Marshall County, Minnesota?
The Warren-Alvarado-Oslo School District is the largest in the county, enrolling 585 students across its two campuses. Marshall County Central Schools and Stephen-Argyle Central Schools also provide essential coverage for this entirely rural county.
What is the school experience like in Marshall County?
Every school in Marshall County is classified as rural, with an average school size of 163 students. Warren Elementary is the most populated school with 312 students, while most other campuses maintain even smaller, highly personal student bodies.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) Common Core of Data and School District Finance Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics based on available NCES graduation-rate and school-finance signals.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.