For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 829 students in Marion, SC.
The top ranked public middle schools in Marion, SC are Creek Bridge Stem Academy and Johnakin Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Marion, SC public middle schools have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the South Carolina public middle school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 18% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in Marion have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public middle school average of 51% (majority Black).
Best Public Middle 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.
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
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 middle schools in Marion, SC?
The top ranked public middle schools in Marion, SC include Creek Bridge Stem Academy and Johnakin Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in Marion, SC?
2 public middle schools are located in Marion, SC.
What is the racial composition of students in Marion, SC?
Marion, SC public middle schools minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public middle schools average of 51% (majority Black).
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