Serving 413 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Francis Marion School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 5% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 50% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 413 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Albert Turner Sr. Elementary School serves the northeast section of Marion, AL, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 574.1 square miles. Families typically face a drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 22.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Francis Marion School's student population of 413 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
413 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Francis Marion School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Francis Marion School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1180 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
98%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
50%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.6%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
Showing 2010–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Francis Marion School's ranking?
Francis Marion School is ranked #1180 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Francis Marion School?
The graduation rate of Francis Marion School is 90%, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 90%.
How many students attend Francis Marion School?
413 students attend Francis Marion School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Francis Marion School students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Francis Marion School?
Francis Marion School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Francis Marion School offer ?
Francis Marion School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Francis Marion School part of?
Francis Marion School is part of Perry County School District.
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