Serving 710 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 97% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 710 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 97% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Marion Local Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Maria Stein, OH, encompassing approximately 53.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical 10-12 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 4 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 6.7 miles.
- 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
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Marion Local Elementary School's student population of 710 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
710 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
‘Every student. Every day. Whatever it takes.’
School Rankings
Marion Local Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marion Local Elementary School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#37 out of 3181 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
97%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
8%
Showing 2002–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
98%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)1.4%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Flyers
Source: 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 #37 out of 3,181 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?
97% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Marion Local Elementary School?
710 students attend Marion Local Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Marion Local Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marion Local Elementary School?
Marion Local Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to 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 (No virtual instruction).
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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