For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 516 students in Marion, KS.
The top-ranked public schools in Marion, KS are Marion Elementary School, Marion Middle School and Marion High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Marion, KS public schools have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Kansas public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in Marion have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Kansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Marion, KS (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Marion Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1400 E Lawrence
Marion, KS 66861
(620) 382-3771
Marion, KS 66861
(620) 382-3771
Gr: PK-5 | 238 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Marion Middle School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
125 South Lincoln
Marion, KS 66861
(620) 382-6070
Marion, KS 66861
(620) 382-6070
Gr: 6-8 | 119 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #33.
Marion High School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
701 E Main
Marion, KS 66861
(620) 382-2168
Marion, KS 66861
(620) 382-2168
Gr: 9-12 | 159 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Marion, KS?
The top-ranked public schools in Marion, KS include Marion Elementary School, Marion Middle School and Marion High School.
How many public schools are located in Marion?
3 public schools are located in Marion.
What is the racial composition of students in Marion?
Marion public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
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