Serving 588 students in grades 8-9, Marion Junior 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 21% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 8-9
- Enrollment: 588 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Graduation Rate: <50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Marion Junior High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Marion, AR school district, covering approximately 310 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 20.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marion Junior High School's student population of 588 students has declined by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 39% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-9
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
588 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Marion Junior 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 Junior High School is 0.55, 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
#726 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
62%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
25%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
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
(18-19)<50%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34%
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
17%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marion Junior High School's ranking?
Marion Junior High School is ranked #726 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Marion Junior High School?
The graduation rate of Marion Junior High School is 50%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 86%.
How many students attend Marion Junior High School?
588 students attend Marion Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Marion Junior High School students are Black, 25% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marion Junior High School?
Marion Junior High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Marion Junior High School offer ?
Marion Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 8-9 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Marion Junior High School part of?
Marion Junior High School is part of Marion School District.
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