Serving 704 students in grades 6-8, Marion Jr High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 704 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marion Jr High School's student population of 704 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
704 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Marion Jr High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marion Jr High School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1796 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)16%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
6%
28%
Black
9%
16%
White
74%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marion Jr High School's ranking?
Marion Jr High School is ranked #1796 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Marion Jr High School often compared to?
Marion Jr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carterville Jr High School, Herrin Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Marion Jr High School?
704 students attend Marion Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Marion Jr High School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marion Jr High School?
Marion Jr High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Marion Jr High School offer ?
Marion Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Marion Jr High School part of?
Marion Jr High School is part of Marion CUSD 2 School District.
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