For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,246 students in Marion, IL.
The top-ranked public high schools in Marion, IL are Marion High School and Crab Orchard High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Marion, IL public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Illinois public high school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 29% statewide average). High schools in Marion have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public high schools.
Marion, IL public high school have a Graduation Rate of 79%, which is less than the Illinois average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Crab Orchard High School, with 80-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Illinois or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public high school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Marion, IL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Marion High School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1501 S Carbon St
Marion, IL 62959
(618) 993-8196
Marion, IL 62959
(618) 993-8196
Gr: 9-12 | 1,105 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
Crab Orchard High School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
19189 Bailey St
Marion, IL 62959
(618) 982-2181
Marion, IL 62959
(618) 982-2181
Gr: 9-12 | 141 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Marion, IL?
The top-ranked public high schools in Marion, IL include Marion High School and Crab Orchard 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 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public high schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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