Serving 514 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 14% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 514 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marion Co High School's student population of 514 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
514 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Marion Co High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marion Co High School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1108 out of 1761 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
5%
21%
White
87%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marion Co High School's ranking?
Marion Co High School is ranked #1108 out of 1,761 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?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% 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 90-94%, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Marion Co High School?
514 students attend Marion Co High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Marion Co High School students are White, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marion Co High School?
Marion Co High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
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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