Serving 343 students in grades 7-12, East Marion High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 35%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 343 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Marion High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
East Marion High School's student population of 343 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
343 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Marion High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Marion High School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#509 out of 805 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
4%
Black
74%
47%
White
25%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Marion High School's ranking?
East Marion High School is ranked #509 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are East Marion High School often compared to?
East Marion High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Marion High School, Columbia High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Marion High School?
The graduation rate of East Marion High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 88%.
How many students attend East Marion High School?
343 students attend East Marion High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of East Marion High School students are Black, 25% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Marion High School?
East Marion High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does East Marion High School offer ?
East Marion High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is East Marion High School part of?
East Marion High School is part of Marion Co School Dist School District.
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