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Marshall School

1215 Rice Lake Rd Duluth, MN 55811

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked MN School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 458 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $55,000
  • Acceptance rate: 60%
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update
Marshall School Photo #1 - Marshall School in Duluth, Minnesota.
Marshall School Photo #2 - 9th Grade Wilderness Trip to Camp Menogyn
Marshall School Photo #3 - Entrance to Marshall School, independent private school in Duluth, Minnesota.
Marshall School Photo #4 - Senior Class trip along the North Shore of Lake Superior to try a ropes course
Marshall School Photo #5 - Senior Class trip along the North Shore of Lake Superior to try a ropes course
Marshall School Photo #6 - Academic Preview Night (choir room)
Marshall School Photo #7 - Academic Preview Night (Chemistry classroom)
Marshall School Photo #8 - Head of School Welcome Address (auditorium)
Marshall School Photo #9 - Applefest
Marshall School Photo #10 - College Prep English students sharing about traditions
Marshall School Photo #11 - First day of school
Marshall School Photo #12 - First day of school
Marshall School Photo #13 - Crosswalk art project
Marshall School Photo #14 - Marshall School Girls' Volleyball
Marshall School Photo #15 - Boys' Soccer
Marshall School Photo #16 - Girls' Soccer
Marshall School Photo #17 - Girls' Tennis
Marshall School Photo #18 - Mountain Bike Team
Marshall School Photo #19 - Girls Cross Country Running
Marshall School Photo #20 - Shrek: The Musical
Marshall School Photo #21 - Marshall House Ambassador Outing
Marshall School Photo #22 - Activities Fair
Marshall School Photo #23 - Senior College Essay Workshop
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Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked MN School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 458 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $55,000
  • Acceptance rate: 60%
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Marshall School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for:

Category
Attribute
Student Body
Sports offered
School History

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1904
Campus Size
42 acres
School Motto
Inspiring lifelong learners to embrace challenge and create positive change

Student Body

Total Students
458 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
9%
State avg.: 23%

Academic Profile

Average Class Size
15 students
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Number of AP Courses
16 courses
List of Courses Offered

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Forest School (K-4): $15,230 Middle School (5-6): $18,290 Middle School (7-8): $21,810 Upper School (9-12): $25,910 Domestic Boarding: $55,000 International Boarding: $60,000
% on Financial Aid
60%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$7,900
Acceptance Rate
60%
National avg.: 82%
College Acceptance Rate
98%
Admissions Director
Kenzie Kelly
Application URL
Endowment Size
$8.9 million

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
36 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Black Student UnionBook Club
Chess ClubCooking Club
Cosmos ClubCyberpatriots
Destination ImaginationEnvironmental Advocacy Group
Fellowship of Christian StudentsFrench Club
Gardening ClubGirls Who Code
Honor CouncilKaraoke Club
Knowledge BowlLatino Student Association
Leadership ForumLego Robotics
Math LeagueModel United Nations
Mountain BikingNational Art Honor Society
National Honor SocietyRobotics Team
Spanish ClubSpectrum
SpeechStudent Council
Topper TourguidesYearbook
Youth in Action


Arts and Music Programs:
Chamber SingersDrama Club
Jazz BandRock Band Club


Recreational Athletic Programs:
Trapshooting

School Notes

  • At Marshall, students develop strong academic habits, learn to trust their own intellectual curiosity, and are taught the tools to build a foundation for the pursuit of lifelong learning.
  • From kindergarten in the Forest School through graduation from the Upper School, learners are given opportunities to cultivate their gifts, develop a passion for knowledge, and discover a path toward lifelong growth, success, engagement, collaboration, and contribution.
  • Marshall School is a privateindependent college preparatory school in Duluth, Minnesota, educatingstudents in kindergarten through 12th grade. In addition to servinglearners from throughoutthe region, we offer a complete international boarding program for students from around the world.Marshall currently enrolls 440 students from 10 different countries, 5 different states and 64 different schools. The Forest School at Marshall serves early learners K through 4th grade in a daily indoor outdoor classroom setting. Marshall's Middle School (grades 5-8) emphasizes developing each learner into a successful student and community member. The Upper School offers a personalized approach to learning with a focus on preparation for college and beyond.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Marshall School cost?
Marshall School's tuition is approximately $55,000 for private students.
What schools are Marshall School often compared to?
Marshall School is often viewed alongside schools like Lakeview Christian Academy by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Marshall School?
The acceptance rate of Marshall School is 60%, which is lower than the national average of 87%. Marshall School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Minnesota with low acceptance rates.
What sports does Marshall School offer?
Marshall School offers 16 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Dance, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Mountain Biking, Nordic Skiing, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball. Marshall School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for most sports offered.
What is Marshall School's ranking?
Marshall School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Minnesota for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Largest student body, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Marshall School?
The application deadline for Marshall School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Calendar

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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 27, 2026 (Friday)

School Reviews

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We first looked at Marshall School for our daughter because we were frustrated with her not being challenged in her public elementary school. Over the pandemic period, we saw how she thrived with one-on-one individualized attention at home and went from being behind in math and reading, too far beyond grade level. We realized the public school could not meet that need but saw that Marshall had much smaller classroom sizes and that teachers had the space and freedom to really get to know each student, meet them at their level, and personalize and shift their lessons to each unique individual. There is a great emphasis on exploring a child's gifts, interests, and personality and using that to help them get really excited about their education. When we toured the building, we were immediately struck by the sense of "magic" we felt walking in like this was truly someplace special where our daughter would grow and thrive. We were impressed with the facilities, the incredible view of Lake Superior, the longevity of staff and faculty, and the passion and commitment we saw from teachers when they spoke about their students and classes. We applied for financial aid and received a generous package, which made this an easier choice to invest in our daughter's future. We are so proud of this school, proud to have our daughter as a student, and truly looking forward to watching the path that Marshall sets her on. I 100% recommend Marshall to any family that values a good education and a strong early foundation.
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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Minnesota is $8,979 for elementary schools and $14,812 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Minnesota is 87% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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