For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 579 students in Marion County, AR.
The top ranked public high schools in Marion County, AR are Yellville-summit High School and Flippin High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Marion County, AR public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Arkansas public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 40% statewide average). High schools in Marion County have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Arkansas public high schools.
Marion County, AR public high school have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Arkansas average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Flippin High School, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arkansas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Arkansas public high school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Marion County (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Yellville-summit High School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1124 N Panther Ave
Yellville, AR 72687
(870) 449-4066
Yellville, AR 72687
(870) 449-4066
Grades: 9-12
| 337 students
Rank: #22.
Flippin High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
103 Alford St
Flippin, AR 72634
(870) 453-2233
Flippin, AR 72634
(870) 453-2233
Grades: 9-12
| 242 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Marion County, AR?
The top ranked public high schools in Marion County, AR include Yellville-summit High School and Flippin High School.
How many public high schools are located in Marion County?
2 public high schools are located in Marion County.
What is the racial composition of students in Marion County?
Marion County public high schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Arkansas public high schools average of 41% (majority Black).
Which public high schools in Marion County are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Marion County include: Yellville-summit High School vs. Flippin High School, Flippin High School vs. Yellville-summit High School
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