Serving 681 students in grades 9-12, Marion High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 681 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marion High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Marion High School's student population of 681 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
681 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Marion High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,221 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marion High School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.45. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#326 out of 1221 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
68%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
5%
7%
White
86%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marion High School's ranking?
Marion High School is ranked #326 out of 1,221 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Marion High School often compared to?
Marion High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Center Point-urbana High School, Linn-mar High School, George Washington High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Marion High School?
The graduation rate of Marion High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 87%.
How many students attend Marion High School?
681 students attend Marion High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Marion High School students are White, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marion High School?
Marion High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Marion High School offer ?
Marion High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Marion High School part of?
Marion High School is part of Marion Independent School District.
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