Marion Middle School

506 S Center St
Marion, TX 78124
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 338 students in grades 6-8, Marion Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is equal to the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 338 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 49%
  • : Top 50% in TX
  • : 37% (Top 50%)
  • : 45% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Marion Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:

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School Overview

Marion Middle School's student population of 338 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
338 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
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School Rankings

Marion Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marion Middle School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
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State Level (TX)
#3007 out of 8079 schools
(Top 50%)
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37%
37%
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45%
42%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
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American Indian
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Asian
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5%
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Hispanic
45%
53%
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Black
2%
13%
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White
51%
26%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.54
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
57%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
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School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Marion Middle School's ranking?
Marion Middle School is ranked #3007 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Marion Middle School?
338 students attend Marion Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Marion Middle School students are White, 45% 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 Middle School?
Marion Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Marion Middle School offer ?
Marion Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Marion Middle School part of?
Marion Middle School is part of Marion ISD School District.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 338 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 49%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 37% (Top 50%)
  • : 45% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

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