For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 430 students in Marion, KY.
The top ranked public high school in Marion, KY is Crittenden County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Marion, KY public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Kentucky public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in Marion have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public high schools.
Marion, KY public high school have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is less than the Kentucky average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Crittenden County High School, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Kentucky or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public high school average of 27% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Marion, KY (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Crittenden County High School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
519 1/2 W. Gum St
Marion, KY 42064
(270) 965-2248
Marion, KY 42064
(270) 965-2248
Grades: 9-12
| 429 students
Rank: n/an/a
Pathway Academy High School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
519 1/2 W. Gum St
Marion, KY 42064
(270) 965-3525
Marion, KY 42064
(270) 965-3525
Grades: 10-12
| 1 students
Marion, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Crittenden County Alternative Program School (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
627 Elm St
Marion, KY 42064
(270) 965-4281
Marion, KY 42064
(270) 965-4281
Grades: 6-12
| 2 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Marion, KY?
The top ranked public high schools in Marion, KY include Crittenden County High School.
How many public high schools are located in Marion?
2 public high schools are located in Marion.
What is the racial composition of students in Marion?
Marion public high schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public high schools average of 27% (majority Black).
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