Serving 635 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Marion Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 635 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Marion El Sch's attendance zone encompasses the entire Belle Vernon school district, covering approximately 43.8 square miles. Families typically have a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 4.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum reach of 8.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marion Elementary School's student population of 635 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
635 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2023
School Motto
Investing in the Future by Preparing Students for the Opportunities of Tomorrow
School Rankings
Marion Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marion Elementary School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1593 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
86%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.7%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
4%
2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Gold and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marion Elementary School's ranking?
Marion Elementary School is ranked #1593 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Marion Elementary School often compared to?
Marion Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Frazier Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Marion Elementary School?
635 students attend Marion Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Marion Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marion Elementary School?
Marion Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Marion Elementary School offer ?
Marion Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marion Elementary School part of?
Marion Elementary School is part of Belle Vernon Area School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
Belle Vernon Area School District is operating at 18% proficient in Math. They are also only working to help the children who are close to achieving proficient. They are not concerned about the rest of the children.
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