MARATHON SCHOOL

MARATHON SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the MONROE school district, located in MARATHON, FL with about 639 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 47 teachers, MARATHON SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Marathon Middle High School, located at 350 Sombrero Beach Rd in Marathon, Florida, serves as a comprehensive educational hub for the Middle Keys community. Part of the Monroe County School District, the school functions as a combined campus catering to students from grades 6 through 12. Its coastal location reflects its integration into the unique environment of the Florida Keys, often emphasizing academic programs that leverage the local marine and environmental surroundings.

The school is committed to fostering both academic achievement and personal growth, offering a curriculum that prepares students for post-secondary success, whether they are pursuing higher education or vocational paths. In addition to core academics, the school provides various extracurricular activities, sports programs, and clubs designed to cultivate school spirit and student engagement. As a central institution in Marathon, it plays a vital role in the social and developmental fabric of the local student population.

For more information, contact MARATHON SCHOOL at (305) 289-2480 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.