East Marion Middle School serves 143 students in grades 6-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 143 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Math Proficiency: 36%
- Reading Proficiency: 33%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Marion Middle School's student population of 143 students has declined by 46% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 62% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
143 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of East Marion Middle School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)36%
60%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)33%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
67%
45%
White
26%
40%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 60% MS state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MS state average).
How many students attend East Marion Middle School?
143 students attend East Marion Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of East Marion Middle School students are Black, 26% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Marion Middle School?
East Marion Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does East Marion Middle School offer ?
East Marion Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is East Marion Middle School part of?
East Marion Middle School is part of Marion County School District.
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