Marion High School is an accredited public high school in Marion, Arkansas, United States. Established in 1911, Marion High School is one of four public high schools in Crittenden County and the only high school of the Marion School District.
Serving 927 students in grades 10-12, Marion High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas 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 Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 927 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 20% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Marion High School's attendance zone covers the entire Marion, AR school district and encompasses approximately 310 square miles, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 20 to 30 minutes and an average distance of 11 miles to the edge of the zone, extending up to 20.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marion High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Marion High School's student population of 927 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 91 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
927 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
91 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1911
School Calendar
School Rankings
Marion High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marion High School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#856 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
58%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
31%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
94%
89.9%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.5%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Patriot colors
School Mascot
Patriot
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marion High School's ranking?
Marion High School is ranked #856 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Marion High School often compared to?
Marion High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like The Academies Of West Memphis Charter 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 39% AR state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Marion High School?
The graduation rate of Marion High School is 94%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 89.9%.
How many students attend Marion High School?
927 students attend Marion High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Marion High School students are Black, 31% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marion High School?
Marion High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Marion High School offer ?
Marion High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Marion High School part of?
Marion High School is part of Marion School District.
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