For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 286 students in Marion, KY.
The top-ranked public middle school in Marion, KY is Crittenden County Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Marion, KY public middle school have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Kentucky public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in Marion have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Kentucky public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public middle school average of 26% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Middle Schools in Marion, KY (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Crittenden County Middle School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
519 West Gum St
Marion, KY 42064
(270) 965-5221
Marion, KY 42064
(270) 965-5221
Gr: 6-8 | 286 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Marion, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Crittenden County Alternative Program School (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
627 Elm St
Marion, KY 42064
(270) 965-4281
Marion, KY 42064
(270) 965-4281
Gr: 6-12 | 2 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Marion, KY?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Marion, KY include Crittenden County Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in Marion?
1 public middle schools are located in Marion.
What is the racial composition of students in Marion?
Marion public middle schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public middle schools average of 26% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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