Serving 167 students in grades 9-12, Marion C. Early High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 167 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marion C. Early High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Marion C. Early High School's student population of 167 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
167 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Marion C. Early High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marion C. Early High School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#654 out of 2084 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
3%
15%
White
92%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marion C. Early High School's ranking?
Marion C. Early High School is ranked #654 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Marion C. Early High School often compared to?
Marion C. Early High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Walnut Grove High School, Pleasant Hope High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Marion C. Early High School?
The graduation rate of Marion C. Early High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Marion C. Early High School?
167 students attend Marion C. Early High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Marion C. Early High School students are White, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marion C. Early High School?
Marion C. Early High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Marion C. Early High School offer ?
Marion C. Early High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Marion C. Early High School part of?
Marion C. Early High School is part of Marion C. Early R-V School District.
School Reviews
5 11/7/2006
Marion C. Early is a growing district. We're small, but we have great opportunities. We have many acedenic, musical, artistic, and athletic groups. We're trying to get a bond issue passed in order to build on to our school to accomodate our rapid student increase. Parents are involved very much in the district. Our faculty is amid the best that I've worked with. Marion C. Early is an excellent place to learn.
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