Marlin Opportunity Center serves 14 students in grades 9-12.
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 14 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marlin Opportunity Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Marlin Opportunity Center's student population of 14 students has grown by 75% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
14 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Marlin Opportunity Center is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
36%
53%
Black
57%
13%
White
7%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Marlin Opportunity Center?
14 students attend Marlin Opportunity Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Marlin Opportunity Center students are Black, 36% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marlin Opportunity Center?
Marlin Opportunity Center has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Marlin Opportunity Center offer ?
Marlin Opportunity Center offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Marlin Opportunity Center part of?
Marlin Opportunity Center is part of Marlin Independent School District.
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