For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 425 students in Marion, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Marion, MI are Marion Elementary School and Marion High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Marion, MI public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in Marion have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Marion, MI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Marion Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
510 W Main St
Marion, MI 49665
(231) 743-6251
Marion, MI 49665
(231) 743-6251
Gr: K-5 | 209 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Marion High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2213 20 Mile Rd
Marion, MI 49665
(231) 743-2836
Marion, MI 49665
(231) 743-2836
Gr: 6-12 | 216 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Marion, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Marion Alternative Education (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
P.o. Box 0
Marion, MI 49665
(231) 743-2836
Marion, MI 49665
(231) 743-2836
Gr: Inquire with school
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Marion, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Marion, MI include Marion Elementary School and Marion High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Marion?
2 public elementary schools are located in Marion.
What is the racial composition of students in Marion?
Marion public elementary schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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