For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,617 students in Marion, IL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Marion, IL are Washington Elementary School, Longfellow Elementary School and Jefferson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Marion, IL public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Illinois public elementary school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 30% statewide average). Elementary schools in Marion have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Illinois public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public elementary school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Marion, IL (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Washington Elementary School
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
420 E Main St
Marion, IL 62959
(618) 993-8534
Marion, IL 62959
(618) 993-8534
Grades: K-5
| 479 students
Rank: #22.
Longfellow Elementary School
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1400 W Hendrickson St
Marion, IL 62959
(618) 993-3230
Marion, IL 62959
(618) 993-3230
Grades: K-5
| 252 students
Rank: #33.
Jefferson Elementary School
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
700 E Boulevard St
Marion, IL 62959
(618) 997-5766
Marion, IL 62959
(618) 997-5766
Grades: PK-5
| 344 students
Rank: #44.
Lincoln Elementary School
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
400 Morningside Dr
Marion, IL 62959
(618) 997-6063
Marion, IL 62959
(618) 997-6063
Grades: K-5
| 493 students
Rank: #55.
Crab Orchard Elementary School
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
19189 Bailey St
Marion, IL 62959
(618) 982-2181
Marion, IL 62959
(618) 982-2181
Grades: PK-8
| 345 students
Rank: #66.
Marion Jr High School
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1609 W Main St
Marion, IL 62959
(618) 997-1317
Marion, IL 62959
(618) 997-1317
Grades: 6-8
| 704 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Marion, IL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Marion, IL include Washington Elementary School, Longfellow Elementary School and Jefferson Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Marion?
6 public elementary schools are located in Marion.
What is the racial composition of students in Marion?
Marion public elementary schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Marion are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Marion include: Longfellow Elementary School vs. Washington Elementary School, Washington Elementary School vs. Longfellow Elementary School, Washington Elementary School vs. Jefferson Elementary School
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