Ramp-Up to Readiness is a school-wide guidance program designed to increase the number and diversity of students who graduate from high school with the knowledge, skills, and habits necessary for success in a high-quality college program. College includes any postsecondary training after high school. 

Through participation in Ramp-Up to Readiness, students in grades 9-12 at Marshall High School progress toward readiness in five areas: Academic, Admissions, Career, Financial, and Personal and Social Readiness.