Serving 550 students in grades 7-12, Marion Center Area Jr/sr High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 550 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Marion Center Area JR/SR HS serves an attendance zone that covers the entire Marion Center Area School District, encompassing approximately 192.6 square miles around Marion Center, PA. The typical drive to the school is 15-20 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 13 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marion Center Area Jr/sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Marion Center Area Jr/sr High School's student population of 550 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
550 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Marion Center Area Jr/sr High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marion Center Area Jr/sr High School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1422 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
2%
16%
Showing 2008–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
1%
14%
Showing 2007–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
97%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87.5%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.3%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marion Center Area Jr/sr High School's ranking?
Marion Center Area Jr/sr High School is ranked #1422 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Marion Center Area Jr/sr High School often compared to?
Marion Center Area Jr/sr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Indiana Area Sr. High School, Penns Manor Area Jr. Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Marion Center Area Jr/sr High School?
The graduation rate of Marion Center Area Jr/sr High School is 95%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Marion Center Area Jr/sr High School?
550 students attend Marion Center Area Jr/sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Marion Center Area Jr/sr High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marion Center Area Jr/sr High School?
Marion Center Area Jr/sr High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Marion Center Area Jr/sr High School offer ?
Marion Center Area Jr/sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marion Center Area Jr/sr High School part of?
Marion Center Area Jr/sr High School is part of Marion Center Area School District.
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