Serving 238 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Marion Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 238 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Marion Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Marion, KS, covering approximately 239.7 square miles. The zone includes areas up to 16 miles from the school, with a typical drive time of 15-20 minutes and an average distance of 9.1 miles to the zone's edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marion Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Marion Elementary School's student population of 238 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
238 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Marion Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marion Elementary School is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#278 out of 1269 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Hispanic
11%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
1%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
White
81%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.6%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marion Elementary School's ranking?
Marion Elementary School is ranked #278 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Marion Elementary School often compared to?
Marion Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hillsboro Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Marion Elementary School?
238 students attend Marion Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Marion Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marion Elementary School?
Marion Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Marion Elementary School offer ?
Marion Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marion Elementary School part of?
Marion Elementary School is part of Marion-Florence School District.
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