Marion High School is an accredited public high school in Marion, Arkansas, United States. Established in 1911, Marion High School is one of four public high schools in Crittenden County and the only high school of the Marion School District.
Serving 904 students in grades 10-12, Marion High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 14% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 904 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 20% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marion High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Marion High School's student population of 904 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 89 teachers has grown by 48% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
904 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
89 teachers
Year Founded
1911
Colors
Red, white, and blue
School Calendar
School Rankings
Marion High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marion High School is 0.57, 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
#856 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
15%
Black
57%
19%
White
32%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Patriot
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marion High School's ranking?
Marion High School is ranked #856 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Marion High School often compared to?
Marion High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like The Academies Of West Memphis Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Marion High School?
The graduation rate of Marion High School is 94%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Marion High School?
904 students attend Marion High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Marion High School students are Black, 32% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marion High School?
Marion High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Marion High School offer ?
Marion High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Marion High School part of?
Marion High School is part of Marion School District.
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