For the 2024 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,778 students in Marion, SC.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Marion, SC are Creek Bridge Stem Academy, Marion Intermediate and Johnakin Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Marion, SC public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the South Carolina public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 18% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in Marion have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public elementary school average of 52% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Marion, SC (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Creek Bridge Stem Academy
(Math: 17% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6641 South Highway 41
Marion, SC 29571
(843) 362-3500
Marion, SC 29571
(843) 362-3500
Grades: PK-8
| 335 students
Rank: #22.
Marion Intermediate
(Math: 15% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2320 North Highway 41-a
Marion, SC 29571
(843) 423-8345
Marion, SC 29571
(843) 423-8345
Grades: 3-5
| 462 students
Rank: #33.
Johnakin Middle School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
601 Gurley Street
Marion, SC 29571
(843) 423-8360
Marion, SC 29571
(843) 423-8360
Grades: 6-8
| 494 students
Rank: n/an/a
600 East Northside Avenue
Marion, SC 29571
(843) 423-8335
Marion, SC 29571
(843) 423-8335
Grades: PK-2
| 487 students
Marion, South Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
6641 South Highway 41
Marion, SC 29571
(843) 362-3500
Marion, SC 29571
(843) 362-3500
Grades: 6-12
| 282 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Marion, SC?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Marion, SC include Creek Bridge Stem Academy, Marion Intermediate and Johnakin Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Marion, SC?
4 public elementary schools are located in Marion, SC.
What is the racial composition of students in Marion, SC?
Marion, SC public elementary schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public elementary schools average of 52% (majority Black).
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