For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 377 students in Marion, KS.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Marion, KS are Marion Elementary School and Marion Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Marion, KS public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Kansas public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 34% statewide average). Elementary schools in Marion have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Kansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public elementary school average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Marion, KS (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Marion Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1400 E Lawrence
Marion, KS 66861
(620) 382-3771
Marion, KS 66861
(620) 382-3771
Gr: PK-5 | 258 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Marion Middle School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
125 South Lincoln
Marion, KS 66861
(620) 382-6070
Marion, KS 66861
(620) 382-6070
Gr: 6-8 | 119 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Marion, KS?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Marion, KS include Marion Elementary School and Marion Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Marion?
2 public elementary schools are located in Marion.
What is the racial composition of students in Marion?
Marion public elementary schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public elementary schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
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