For the 2026-27 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 2,513 students in Marion, IN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Marion, IN are Eastbrook Middle School, Riverview Elementary School and John W Kendall Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Marion, IN public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in Marion have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public elementary school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Marion, IN (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Eastbrook Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
560 S 900 E
Marion, IN 46953
(765) 668-7136
Marion, IN 46953
(765) 668-7136
Gr: 6-8 | 358 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Riverview Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
513 W Buckingham Dr
Marion, IN 46952
(765) 662-2427
Marion, IN 46952
(765) 662-2427
Gr: PK-4 | 393 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #33.
John W Kendall Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2009 W Kem Rd
Marion, IN 46952
(765) 662-7364
Marion, IN 46952
(765) 662-7364
Gr: PK-4 | 409 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #44.
Frances Slocum Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2909 S Torrence St
Marion, IN 46953
(765) 664-0589
Marion, IN 46953
(765) 664-0589
Gr: PK-4 | 473 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #55.
Justice Thurgood Marshall Intrmd
(Math: 22% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
720 N Miller Ave
Marion, IN 46952
(765) 664-0507
Marion, IN 46952
(765) 664-0507
Gr: 5-6 | 500 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #66.
Allen Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1115 E Bradford St
Marion, IN 46952
(765) 664-7355
Marion, IN 46952
(765) 664-7355
Gr: PK-4 | 380 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: n/an/a
Grant Regional Career Center
Vocational School
750 W 26th St
Marion, IN 46953
(765) 664-9051
Marion, IN 46953
(765) 664-9051
Gr: 6-12
Marion, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
4415 S Nebraska St
Marion, IN 46953
(765) 674-2276
Marion, IN 46953
(765) 674-2276
Gr: PK-5 | 246 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
1111 W 2nd St
Marion, IN 46952
(765) 662-9910
Marion, IN 46952
(765) 662-9910
Gr: K-6 | 93 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
501 South Adams St
Marion, IN 46953
(765) 662-9864
Marion, IN 46953
(765) 662-9864
Gr: 5-12
3340 S Lincoln Blvd
Marion, IN 46953
(765) 664-3931
Marion, IN 46953
(765) 664-3931
Gr: K-5 | 355 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
3031 East 450 North
Marion, IN 46952
(765) 664-8620
Marion, IN 46952
(765) 664-8620
Gr: K-6
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Marion, IN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Marion, IN include Eastbrook Middle School, Riverview Elementary School and John W Kendall Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Marion?
7 public elementary schools are located in Marion.
What is the racial composition of students in Marion?
Marion public elementary schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Which public elementary schools in Marion are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Marion include: Frances Slocum Elementary School vs. Riverview Elementary School, John W Kendall Elementary School vs. Riverview Elementary School, Allen Elementary School vs. Frances Slocum Elementary School
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