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Best Marion Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 12 public schools serving 4,589 students in Marion, IN (there are 5 private schools, serving 391 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in Marion, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in Marion, IN are Eastbrook Middle School, Eastbrook High School and Riverview Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Marion, IN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in Marion have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best Public Schools in Marion, IN (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Eastbrook Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
560 S 900 E
Marion, IN 46953
(765) 668-7136
Gr: 6-8 | 358 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Eastbrook High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
560 S 900 E
Marion, IN 46953
(765) 664-1214
Gr: 9-12 | 524 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #33.
Riverview Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
513 W Buckingham Dr
Marion, IN 46952
(765) 662-2427
Gr: PK-4 | 393 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #44.
John W Kendall Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
2009 W Kem Rd
Marion, IN 46952
(765) 662-7364
Gr: PK-4 | 409 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #55.
Frances Slocum Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
2909 S Torrence St
Marion, IN 46953
(765) 664-0589
Gr: PK-4 | 473 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #66.
Justice Thurgood Marshall Intrmd
(Math: 22% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
720 N Miller Ave
Marion, IN 46952
(765) 664-0507
Gr: 5-6 | 500 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #77.
Allen Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1115 E Bradford St
Marion, IN 46952
(765) 664-7355
Gr: PK-4 | 380 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #88.
Marion High School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
750 W 26th St
Marion, IN 46953
(765) 664-9051
Gr: 9-12 | 1,058 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #99.
John L Mcculloch Junior High School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
3528 S Washington St
Marion, IN 46953
(765) 674-6917
Gr: 7-8 | 455 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: n/an/a
Excel Center - Grant County
Charter School
1412 S. Western Avenue
Marion, IN 46953
(765) 787-1875
Gr: 9-12 | 39 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: n/an/a
Grant Regional Career Center
Vocational School
750 W 26th St
Marion, IN 46953
(765) 664-9051
Gr: 6-12
Rank: n/an/a
Marion Early Childhood Educational Center
720 N Miller Ave
Marion, IN 46952
(765) 651-2080
Gr: PK

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Marion, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in Marion, IN include Eastbrook Middle School, Eastbrook High School and Riverview Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Marion?
12 public schools are located in Marion.
What percentage of students in Marion go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in Marion are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Marion?
Marion public schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Which public schools in Marion are often viewed compared to one another?

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