Serving 340 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, West Marion Primary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Mississippi state average of 35%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 340 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Marion Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
West Marion Primary School's student population of 340 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Total Students
340 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Marion Primary School ranks within the top 20% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Marion Primary School is 0.41, 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
#146 out of 805 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
4%
Black
21%
47%
White
74%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
9%
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 West Marion Primary School's ranking?
West Marion Primary School is ranked #146 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are West Marion Primary School often compared to?
West Marion Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Columbia Primary School, East Marion High School, East Marion Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
How many students attend West Marion Primary School?
340 students attend West Marion Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of West Marion Primary School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Marion Primary School?
West Marion Primary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Marion Primary School offer ?
West Marion Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3
What school district is West Marion Primary School part of?
West Marion Primary School is part of Marion Co School Dist School District.
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