Serving 662 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Marion Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 662 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marion Elementary School's student population of 662 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
662 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Marion Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marion Elementary School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1694 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
4%
14%
White
86%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marion Elementary School's ranking?
Marion Elementary School is ranked #1694 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Marion Elementary School often compared to?
Marion Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Frazier Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Marion Elementary School?
662 students attend Marion Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Marion Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marion Elementary School?
Marion Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Marion Elementary School offer ?
Marion Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Marion Elementary School part of?
Marion Elementary School is part of Belle Vernon Area School District.
School Reviews
2 4/27/2010
Belle Vernon Area School District is operating at 18% proficient in Math. They are also only working to help the children who are close to achieving proficient. They are not concerned about the rest of the children.
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