For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 798 students in Marion, SC.
The top ranked public preschool in Marion, SC is Creek Bridge Stem Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Marion, SC public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the South Carolina public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 48% statewide average). Pre schools in Marion have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of South Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public preschool average of 54% (majority Black).
Best Public Preschools in Marion, SC (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Creek Bridge Stem Academy
(Math: 14% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6641 South Highway 41
Marion, SC 29571
(843) 362-3500
Marion, SC 29571
(843) 362-3500
Gr: PK-8 | 345 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: n/an/a
600 East Northside Avenue
Marion, SC 29571
(843) 423-8335
Marion, SC 29571
(843) 423-8335
Gr: PK-2 | 453 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Marion, South Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
6641 South Highway 41
Marion, SC 29571
(843) 362-3500
Marion, SC 29571
(843) 362-3500
Gr: 6-12 | 282 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in Marion, SC?
The top ranked public preschools in Marion, SC include Creek Bridge Stem Academy.
How many public preschools are located in Marion?
2 public preschools are located in Marion.
What is the racial composition of students in Marion?
Marion public preschools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public preschools average of 54% (majority Black).
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