Serving 109 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Marion Co. Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 109 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Marion Co. Elem.'s attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Philadelphia, MO, covering approximately 104.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes around 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 8.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marion Co. Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Marion Co. Elementary School's student population of 109 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
109 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Marion Co. Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marion Co. Elementary School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#103 out of 2076 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
15%
White
98%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.4%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marion Co. Elementary School's ranking?
Marion Co. Elementary School is ranked #103 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Marion Co. Elementary School?
109 students attend Marion Co. Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Marion Co. Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marion Co. Elementary School?
Marion Co. Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Marion Co. Elementary School offer ?
Marion Co. Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marion Co. Elementary School part of?
Marion Co. Elementary School is part of Marion County R-II School District.
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