For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 950 students in Marion, KY.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Marion, KY are Crittenden County Elementary School and Crittenden County Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Marion, KY public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Kentucky public elementary school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in Marion have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Kentucky public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public elementary school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Marion, KY (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Crittenden County Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
120 Autumn Lane
Marion, KY 42064
(270) 965-2243
Marion, KY 42064
(270) 965-2243
Grades: PK-5
| 664 students
Rank: #22.
Crittenden County Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
519 West Gum St
Marion, KY 42064
(270) 965-5221
Marion, KY 42064
(270) 965-5221
Grades: 6-8
| 286 students
Marion, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Crittenden County Alternative Program School (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
627 Elm St
Marion, KY 42064
(270) 965-4281
Marion, KY 42064
(270) 965-4281
Grades: 6-12
| 2 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Marion, KY?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Marion, KY include Crittenden County Elementary School and Crittenden County Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Marion?
2 public elementary schools are located in Marion.
What is the racial composition of students in Marion?
Marion public elementary schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public elementary schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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