Marion High School is a public secondary school in Marion, Kansas, United States. It is one of three schools operated by Marion–Florence USD 408 school district.
Serving 159 students in grades 9-12, Marion High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 159 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 50% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marion High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Marion High School's student population of 159 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
159 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Colors
White, Blue, Red
School Rankings
Marion High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marion High School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#870 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
8%
23%
Black
2%
7%
White
85%
60%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
89%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.2%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Warrior
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marion High School's ranking?
Marion High School is ranked #870 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Marion High School often compared to?
Marion High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hillsboro Middle/high School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Marion High School?
The graduation rate of Marion High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Marion High School?
159 students attend Marion High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Marion High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
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 Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Marion High School offer ?
Marion High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marion High School part of?
Marion High School is part of Marion-Florence School District.
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