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Best Marlin Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 843 students in Marlin, TX.
The top-ranked public schools in Marlin, TX are Marlin Elementary School and Marlin High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Marlin, TX public schools have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Marlin have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in Marlin, TX (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Marlin Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
678 Success Dr #b
Marlin, TX 76661
(254) 883-3232
Gr: PK-6 | 479 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #22.
Marlin High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
678 Success Dr
Marlin, TX 76661
(254) 883-2394
Gr: 7-12 | 347 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: n/an/a
Marlin Opportunity Center
Alternative School
678 Success Dr #b
Marlin, TX 76661
(254) 883-3585
Gr: 3-12 | 17 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 94%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Marlin, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in Marlin, TX include Marlin Elementary School and Marlin High School.
How many public schools are located in Marlin?
3 public schools are located in Marlin.
What is the racial composition of students in Marlin?
Marlin public schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

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