Serving 298 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, East Marion Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 298 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: East Marion Elementary School serves the eastern part of the Columbia, MS school district, encompassing approximately 258.7 square miles. Families often have a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 17.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Marion Elementary School's student population of 298 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
298 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
East Marion Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Marion Elementary School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#646 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
64%
45%
White
27%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.9%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Marion Elementary School's ranking?
East Marion Elementary School is ranked #646 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are East Marion Elementary School often compared to?
East Marion Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Columbia Primary School, Columbia Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend East Marion Elementary School?
298 students attend East Marion Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of East Marion Elementary School students are Black, 27% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Marion Elementary School?
East Marion Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does East Marion Elementary School offer ?
East Marion Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Marion Elementary School part of?
East Marion Elementary School is part of Marion County School District.
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