For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,515 students in Marion, AR.
The top-ranked public high schools in Marion, AR are Marion Junior High School and Marion High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Marion, AR public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Arkansas public high school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 40% statewide average). High schools in Marion have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public high schools.
Marion, AR public high school have a Graduation Rate of 94%, which is more than the Arkansas average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Marion High School, with 94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arkansas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public high school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Marion, AR (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Marion Junior High School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
801 Carter Dr
Marion, AR 72364
(870) 739-5140
Marion, AR 72364
(870) 739-5140
Gr: 8-9 | 588 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #22.
Marion High School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1 Patriot Dr
Marion, AR 72364
(870) 739-5130
Marion, AR 72364
(870) 739-5130
Gr: 10-12 | 927 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Marion, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
100 L H Polk Dr
Marion, AR 72364
(870) 739-5180
Marion, AR 72364
(870) 739-5180
Gr: 4-5 | 628 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
10 Patriot Dr
Marion, AR 72364
(870) 739-5173
Marion, AR 72364
(870) 739-5173
Gr: 6-7 | 584 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Marion, AR?
The top-ranked public high schools in Marion, AR include Marion Junior High School and Marion High School.
How many public high schools are located in Marion?
2 public high schools are located in Marion.
What is the racial composition of students in Marion?
Marion public high schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public high schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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