Serving 641 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Marion Local Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 94% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 641 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 94% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marion Local Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Marion Local Elementary School's student population of 641 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
641 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Marion Local Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,137 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marion Local Elementary School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#45 out of 3137 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
94%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
n/a
17%
White
97%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marion Local Elementary School's ranking?
Marion Local Elementary School is ranked #45 out of 3,137 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
How many students attend Marion Local Elementary School?
641 students attend Marion Local Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Marion Local Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marion Local Elementary School?
Marion Local Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Marion Local Elementary School offer ?
Marion Local Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Marion Local Elementary School part of?
Marion Local Elementary School is part of Marion Local School District.
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