Serving 192 students in grades 6-12, Marion High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 192 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Marion High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 166 square miles around Marion, MI. Families within this area can expect a typical drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 14.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marion High School's student population of 192 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
192 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
School Rankings
Marion High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marion High School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1703 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hispanic
6%
9%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
2%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
White
90%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
70-79%
81.8%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.3%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marion High School's ranking?
Marion High School is ranked #1703 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Marion High School?
The graduation rate of Marion High School is 70-79%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend Marion High School?
192 students attend Marion High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Marion High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marion High School?
Marion High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Marion High School offer ?
Marion High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Marion High School part of?
Marion High School is part of Marion School District.
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