Serving 28 students in grades 6-12, Marion Virtual High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student-teacher ratio of 1:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 28 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 1:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marion Virtual High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Marion Virtual High School's student population of 28 students has grown by 180% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 2800% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Exclusively virtual)
(Exclusively virtual)
Total Students
28 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Marion Virtual High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marion Virtual High School is 0.08, 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
#1335 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
1:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
n/a
21%
White
96%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
90%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marion Virtual High School's ranking?
Marion Virtual High School is ranked #1335 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Marion Virtual High School?
The graduation rate of Marion Virtual High School is 50%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Marion Virtual High School?
28 students attend Marion Virtual High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Marion Virtual High School students are White, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marion Virtual High School?
Marion Virtual High School has a student ration of 1:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Marion Virtual High School offer ?
Marion Virtual High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Exclusively virtual).
What school district is Marion Virtual High School part of?
Marion Virtual High School is part of Marion County School District.
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