Serving 346 students in grades 9-13, West Marion High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-13
- Enrollment: 346 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Marion High School serves the west part of Foxworth, MS, covering an area of approximately 222.3 square miles, with most students living within a typical driving distance of 15-20 minutes from the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 9.4 miles, extending up to 17.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Marion High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
West Marion High School's student population of 346 students has declined by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
346 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering children today for a better tomorrow.
School Rankings
West Marion High School ranks within the top 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Marion High School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#377 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
32%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
63%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
85-89%
89.4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)52%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
10%
5%
Showing 2011–2020. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Marion High School's ranking?
West Marion High School is ranked #377 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are West Marion High School often compared to?
West Marion High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Marion High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Marion High School?
The graduation rate of West Marion High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 89.4%.
How many students attend West Marion High School?
346 students attend West Marion High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of West Marion High School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Marion High School?
West Marion High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Marion High School offer ?
West Marion High School offers enrollment in grades 9-13 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Marion High School part of?
West Marion High School is part of Marion County School District.
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