For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 875 students in Marion, AR.
The top-ranked public middle school in Marion, AR is Marion Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Marion, AR public middle schools have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Arkansas public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in Marion have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public middle school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best Public Middle Schools in Marion, AR (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Marion Junior High School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
801 Carter Dr
Marion, AR 72364
(870) 739-5140
Marion, AR 72364
(870) 739-5140
Gr: 8-9 | 588 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: n/an/a
10 Patriot Drive
Marion, AR 72364
(870) 739-5173
Marion, AR 72364
(870) 739-5173
Gr: 7 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Marion, AR?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Marion, AR include Marion Junior High School.
How many public middle schools are located in Marion?
2 public middle schools are located in Marion.
What is the racial composition of students in Marion?
Marion public middle schools minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public middle schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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