Marion High School

Marion High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
1501 S Carbon St,  Marion, IL
Marion Community Unit School District No. 2
3.8
4.8
1,105 Students
B
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Dr. Steve C Smith
Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Average SAT Score
1100
Average ACT Score
24
Math Proficiency
15%
Reading Proficiency
30%
Average GPA
3.47
Graduation Rate
78%

Niche Grade

B-
Academics
A-
Teachers
B-
College Prep
B-
Administration
B
Resources/Facilities
A-
Clubs and Activities
A-
Sports
B-
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.47
Reading Proficiency
30%
Math Proficiency
15%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers
84
Full Time Teachers
84
Teachers in First or Second Year
7.2%
College Prep
Average SAT
1100
Math
540
Verbal
570
Average ACT
24
Math
23
English
25
Reading
26
Science
24
Number of AP Courses
8
AP Pass Rate
52.1%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Science
61.2%
State Average
43%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
273:1

Student Diversity

Male
53%
Female
47%
White
76.4%
Black
9%
Two or more races
7.9%
Hispanic
5.2%
Asian
1.1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Southern Illinois University Carbondale 185 Students
John A Logan College 142 Students
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville 110 Students
Murray State University 90 Students
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign 64 Students
University of Kentucky 56 Students
Southeast Missouri State University 56 Students
Illinois State University 53 Students
Michigan State University 48 Students
University of Missouri 37 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 52 Students
Business 40 Students
Psychology 40 Students
Elementary Education 39 Students
Biology 29 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 25 Students
Marketing 19 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 18 Students
Education 18 Students
Computer Science 17 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.8 92 Reviews
3.0 Alum
6/27/2023
Marion highschool is a very advanced high school. Lots of bullying happened when I was there for only a semester. Many of the children there are snobs :).
5.0 Senior
1/3/2022
I love the opportunity Marion has given me. We have a wide variety of clubs and extracurriculars that I have been involved in. The education is one of the best in the area. There are many options for college courses at the school which is very helpful.
4.0 Senior
1/13/2021
Overall Marion High School has given me so many opportunities. The Hec facility is beyond amazing for a high school and has so many useful items. The teachers have for the most part been helpful with what I have needed and have helped me succeed.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.8 5 Reviews
5.0 other
12/13/2024
Very little emphasis on college readiness. This includes SAT prep, AP Tests, and college applications. Would love to see more emphasis on areas that truly prepare you for a 4-year college education.
5.0 parent
2/20/2022
Newly remodeled. Great staff. Programs available for children. Great teachers.
5.0 parent
4/19/2015
Top notch facilities, an excellent group of teachers, and still invests in ALL extra curricular activities. Nice community and surrounding area.
5.0 parent
3/24/2013
Excellent high school! My children are extremely happy and receiving a top notch education. I have no doubt they will be well prepared to excel at the post secondary level. The faculty, staff, and administration are outstanding.

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Marion High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Marion, IL, in the Marion neighborhood, and is served by the Marion Community Unit School District No. 2 in Illinois. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 1,105 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 13:1. Academic records show that 15% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 30% are proficient in reading. Marion High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B and a GreatSchools Rating of 4 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.47, the graduation rate is 78%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1100 and an ACT score of 24. The average home value in this area is $216,824. Discover additional schools in the area, like Roe 21 Alop, Roe 21 Senior's Plus Alop, Williamson Co Learning Center, and more. Learn more about what Marion has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Marion High School.

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