Serving 213 students in grades 9-13, East Marion High 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-13
- Enrollment: 213 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: East Marion High School serves the eastern part of the Columbia, MS school district, encompassing an area of approximately 258.7 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edges of the attendance zone located up to 17.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Marion High School's student population of 213 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
213 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering children today for a better tomorrow.
School Rankings
East Marion High 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 High School is 0.33, 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
#534 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
80%
45%
White
18%
40%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
89.4%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.5%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
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 High School's ranking?
East Marion High School is ranked #534 out of 795 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Marion High School?
The graduation rate of East Marion High School is 90%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89.4%.
How many students attend East Marion High School?
213 students attend East Marion High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of East Marion High School students are Black, 18% of students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, 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 10:1, 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 9-13 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Marion High School part of?
East Marion High School is part of Marion County School District.
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