Serving 365 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, West Marion Primary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 365 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Marion Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
West Marion Primary School's student population of 365 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
365 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
One Family • One Purpose • One Journey and the journey starts with me.
School Rankings
West Marion Primary School ranks within the top 20% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Marion Primary School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#144 out of 795 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
5%
Black
22%
47%
White
71%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Marion Primary School's ranking?
West Marion Primary School is ranked #144 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are West Marion Primary School often compared to?
West Marion Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Columbia Primary School, Columbia Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend West Marion Primary School?
365 students attend West Marion Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of West Marion Primary School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Marion Primary School?
West Marion Primary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Marion Primary School offer ?
West Marion Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Marion Primary School part of?
West Marion Primary School is part of Marion Co School District.
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