Serving 572 students in grades 9-12, Marion High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 572 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marion High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Marion High School's student population of 572 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
572 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Marion High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marion High School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#349 out of 1118 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
3%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Black
83%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
White
11%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
80-84%
83.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)51.4%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marion High School's ranking?
Marion High School is ranked #349 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Marion High School often compared to?
Marion High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mullins High 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 43% SC state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Marion High School?
The graduation rate of Marion High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend Marion High School?
572 students attend Marion High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Marion High School students are Black, 11% of students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marion High School?
Marion High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Marion High School offer ?
Marion High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Marion High School part of?
Marion High School is part of Marion 10 School District.
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