Marion High School

Marion High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
675 S 15th St,  Marion, IA
Marion Independent School District
3.9
3.8
722 Students
A-
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Average SAT Score
1280
Average ACT Score
25
Math Proficiency
68%
Reading Proficiency
77%
Average GPA
3.68
Graduation Rate
92%

Niche Grade

B+
Academics
A
Teachers
B
College Prep
B
Administration
C-
Resources/Facilities
B-
Clubs and Activities
B
Food
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.68
Reading Proficiency
77%
Math Proficiency
68%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Teachers
43
Full Time Teachers
43
Teachers in First or Second Year
9.6%
College Prep
Average SAT
1280
Math
640
Verbal
640
Average ACT
25
Math
24
English
25
Reading
26
Science
26
Number of AP Courses
9
AP Pass Rate
100%
AP Math Enrollment
Very High
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
High
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very High
Boys Athletic Participation
High

GreatSchools Rating

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Test Scores

Math
65.4%
Science
52.2%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
348:1

Student Diversity

Female
50.6%
Male
49.4%
White
84.3%
Two or more races
5.7%
Black
4.8%
Hispanic
4.3%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%
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Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Iowa 150 Students
Kirkwood Community College 104 Students
Iowa State University 99 Students
University of Northern Iowa 88 Students
Mount Mercy University 59 Students
Coe College 46 Students
Drake University 26 Students
Central College 19 Students
Wartburg College 16 Students
Cornell College 14 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 34 Students
Psychology 29 Students
Business 26 Students
Biology 17 Students
Elementary Education 15 Students
Computer Science 11 Students
Criminology 11 Students
Accounting 11 Students
Liberal Arts and Humanities 11 Students
Chemistry 9 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.9 91 Reviews
5.0 Senior
1/19/2024
I really enjoy the size of the school where you will always see a familiar face but it's also not too small. The teachers are down to earth and will support you outside of the classroom which is a good resource to have. We take pride in our sports teams, music, and clubs so there is a niche for everyone. You will feel welcomed and accepted at Marion High School.
4.0 Senior
4/17/2023
Most staff is kind and respectful, but the building is not in the best shape. Many renovations are needed in almost all Marion buildings.
4.0 Senior
3/17/2021
Through the four years that I have spent attending Marion High School, it has been primarily enjoyable. There are certainly changes to the building that need to be done including air conditioning and better gym facilities. Overall, I'm grateful for my whole High School experience and appreciative of the opportunity I was given to reach the level of education I am currently at.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.8 6 Reviews
5.0 other
3/10/2021
I had two kids go through this school, last graduated in 2016, and they were extremely well prepared for college and life. One went on to become a Teacher and one went on to Medical School. This school teaches kids that they can do it all. My kids were in band, robotics, soccer, speech, show choir,...
1.0 student
3/26/2015
As a former student and racial minority I can attest to the fact that Marion is one of the least racial diverse schools in the area (due to its size and location) and minorities are not made to feel at home. Going there I suffered daily micro-agressions and a general lack of tolerance for anything t...
5.0 parent
3/5/2014
I have one student currently attending Marion High and loves his teachers. They challenge him and encourage him to continue to pursue his interests. He is being well prepared for college and has already acquired college credit. Communication with teachers is open and quick to respond if I request in...
2.0 parent
6/10/2011
As a parent of one gifted and another special needs child, I am sorely disappointed in our school district. Our special education program is ran as if all disabilities are behavior disorders and a gifted child is not coached or counseled to reach their true potential. The AEA does little to interven...

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