Marion High School is a high school located in the growing city of Marion, Illinois, serving the Marion Unit 2 School District. The school's enrollment was approximately 1,125 students in the 2013???014 school year.
Serving 1,075 students in grades 9-12, Marion 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 11% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is equal to the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,075 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: 78% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marion High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Marion High School's student population of 1,075 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,075 students
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Colors
Navy Blue, Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Teaching Tomorrow's Leaders Today!
School Rankings
Marion High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marion High School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2163 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
6%
29%
Black
9%
16%
White
76%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
78%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marion High School's ranking?
Marion High School is ranked #2163 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Marion High School often compared to?
Marion High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Johnston City High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Marion High School?
The graduation rate of Marion High School is 78%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Marion High School?
1,075 students attend Marion High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Marion High School students are White, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marion High School?
Marion High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Marion High School offer ?
Marion High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Marion High School part of?
Marion High School is part of Marion CUSD 2 School District.
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