Serving 98 students in grades 7-12, Marion Co. High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 98 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Marion County High's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Philadelphia, MO, encompassing approximately 104.2 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 8.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marion Co. High School's student population of 98 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
98 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Marion Co. High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marion Co. High School is 0.08, 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
#1159 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
White
96%
67%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
89.3%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.2%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marion Co. High School's ranking?
Marion Co. High School is ranked #1159 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Marion Co. High School?
The graduation rate of Marion Co. High School is 50%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 89.3%.
How many students attend Marion Co. High School?
98 students attend Marion Co. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Marion Co. High School students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marion Co. High School?
Marion Co. High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Marion Co. High School offer ?
Marion Co. High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marion Co. High School part of?
Marion Co. High School is part of Marion County R-II School District.
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