Serving 106 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Marion Co. Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than 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 10:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 106 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marion Co. Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Marion Co. Elementary School's student population of 106 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
106 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Marion Co. Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marion Co. Elementary School is 0.11, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#104 out of 2084 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
1%
15%
White
94%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marion Co. Elementary School's ranking?
Marion Co. Elementary School is ranked #104 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% 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).
How many students attend Marion Co. Elementary School?
106 students attend Marion Co. Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Marion Co. Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marion Co. Elementary School?
Marion Co. Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Marion Co. Elementary School offer ?
Marion Co. Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Marion Co. Elementary School part of?
Marion Co. Elementary School is part of Marion County R-II School District.
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