Serving 695 students in grades 6-12, Marion County Middle/high School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 695 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marion County Middle/high School's student population of 695 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
695 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Marion County Middle/high School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marion County Middle/high School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1272 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
14%
19%
Black
30%
36%
White
52%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marion County Middle/high School's ranking?
Marion County Middle/high School is ranked #1272 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Marion County Middle/high School often compared to?
Marion County Middle/high Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Taylor County High School, Central Elementary/high School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Marion County Middle/high School?
The graduation rate of Marion County Middle/high School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Marion County Middle/high School?
695 students attend Marion County Middle/high School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Marion County Middle/high School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marion County Middle/high School?
Marion County Middle/high School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Marion County Middle/high School offer ?
Marion County Middle/high School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marion County Middle/high School part of?
Marion County Middle/high School is part of Marion County School District.
School Reviews
4 3/16/2022
I LoVE This school. Everything is great.
1 6/30/2018
This school has stayed the same since opening. This should state a lot.there is no change. For the students this means there should be change in staff and teachers just like re-electing anew president ever 4 years. change would be good and better the students. For the teachers and staff has not done a good job in the last 5 years for I have 5 grand=children who are there or all ready left. there way of teaching and suppose to set example is not acceptable to my standards. And there way is not working. and the children suffer , so change would be the best.
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