For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 425 students in Marion, MI.
The top ranked public schools in Marion, MI are Marion Elementary School and Marion High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Marion, MI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Marion have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Marion, MI (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Marion Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
510 W Main St
Marion, MI 49665
(231) 743-6251
Marion, MI 49665
(231) 743-6251
Grades: K-5
| 209 students
Rank: #22.
Marion High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2213 20 Mile Rd
Marion, MI 49665
(231) 743-2836
Marion, MI 49665
(231) 743-2836
Grades: 6-12
| 216 students
Marion, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Marion Alternative Education (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
P.o. Box 0
Marion, MI 49665
(231) 743-2836
Marion, MI 49665
(231) 743-2836
Grades: Inquire with school
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Marion, MI?
The top ranked public schools in Marion, MI include Marion Elementary School and Marion High School.
How many public schools are located in Marion?
2 public schools are located in Marion.
What is the racial composition of students in Marion?
Marion public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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