Serving 15 students in grades 5-12, Marion County Alternative School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was <50% (which was higher than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was <50% (which was higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
Minority enrollment was 27% of the student body (majority Black), which was lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Top Rankings
Marion County Alternative School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
Total Students
15 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (19-20)
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#315 out of 1285 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
7%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
11%
Black
13%
32%
White
73%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(14-15)<50%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #315 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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 29% AL state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% 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?
15 students attend Marion County Alternative School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Marion County Alternative School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 7% of students are American Indian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
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
Spring Break
March 24, 2025 (Monday)
Students' Last Day (2nd Semester)
May 22, 2025 (Thursday)
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