Serving 543 students in grades 9-12, Marion Co High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 9% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 543 students
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Marion County High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Jasper, TN, encompassing approximately 507.2 square miles. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 13.6 miles, with the furthest point being 17.2 miles away, resulting in typical drive times of 20 to 30 minutes.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marion Co High School's student population of 543 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
543 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
33 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. View full 38-year historical data
School Rankings
Marion Co High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marion Co High School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1235 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
37%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Black
4%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
89%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87.3%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.8%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 19-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marion Co High School's ranking?
Marion Co High School is ranked #1235 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Marion Co High School often compared to?
Marion Co High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Pittsburg High School, Whitwell High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Marion Co High School?
The graduation rate of Marion Co High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 87.3%.
How many students attend Marion Co High School?
543 students attend Marion Co High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Marion Co High School students are White, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Marion Co High School offer ?
Marion Co High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marion Co High School part of?
Marion Co High School is part of Marion County School District.
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