Serving 1,685 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Marianna K-8 School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,685 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marianna K-8 School's student population of 1,685 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 118 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,685 students
Total Classroom Teachers
118 teachers
School Rankings
Marianna K-8 School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marianna K-8 School is 0.63, 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
#1956 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
7%
38%
Black
36%
21%
White
48%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marianna K-8 School's ranking?
Marianna K-8 School is ranked #1956 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Marianna K-8 School often compared to?
Marianna K-8 Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sneads Elementary School, Sneads High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Marianna K-8 School?
1,685 students attend Marianna K-8 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Marianna K-8 School students are White, 36% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marianna K-8 School?
Marianna K-8 School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Marianna K-8 School offer ?
Marianna K-8 School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marianna K-8 School part of?
Marianna K-8 School is part of Jackson School District.
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