Marion County Alternative School serves 2 students in grades 5-12.
Marion County Alternative School placed in the top 20% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 24%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 46%) for the 2020-21 school year.
Quick Stats (2023)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 2 students
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marion County Alternative School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Marion County Alternative School's student population of 2 students has declined by 86% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
Total Students
2 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Marion County Alternative School is ranked within the top 20% of all 1,276 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Marion County Alternative School is 0.00, 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
#237 out of 1276 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
n/a
32%
White
100%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(14-15)<50%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
48%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
100%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marion County Alternative School's ranking?
Marion County Alternative School is ranked #237 out of 1,276 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% AL state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Marion County Alternative School?
The graduation rate of Marion County Alternative School is 50%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 89%.
How many students attend Marion County Alternative School?
2 students attend Marion County Alternative School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Marion County Alternative School students are White.
What grades does Marion County Alternative School offer ?
Marion County Alternative School offers enrollment in grades 5-12
What school district is Marion County Alternative School part of?
Marion County Alternative School is part of Marion County School District.
School Calendar
View the Marion County Alternative School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Students' First Day (1st Semester)
August 09, 2023 (Wednesday)
Students' Last Day (1st Semester)
December 19, 2023 (Tuesday)
Students' First Day (2nd Semester)
January 04, 2024 (Thursday)
Spring Break
March 25, 2024 (Monday)
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