For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,272 students in Marion, KY.
The top-ranked public schools in Marion, KY are Crittenden County Elementary School, Crittenden County Middle School and Crittenden County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Marion, KY public schools have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Marion have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public school average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Marion, KY (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Crittenden County Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
120 Autumn Lane
Marion, KY 42064
(270) 965-2243
Marion, KY 42064
(270) 965-2243
Gr: PK-5 | 614 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Crittenden County Middle School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
519 West Gum St
Marion, KY 42064
(270) 965-5221
Marion, KY 42064
(270) 965-5221
Gr: 6-8 | 277 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #33.
Crittenden County High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
519 1/2 W. Gum St
Marion, KY 42064
(270) 965-2248
Marion, KY 42064
(270) 965-2248
Gr: 9-12 | 381 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: n/an/a
Pathway Academy High School
Alternative School
519 1/2 W. Gum St
Marion, KY 42064
(270) 965-3525
Marion, KY 42064
(270) 965-3525
Gr: 10-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Marion, KY?
The top-ranked public schools in Marion, KY include Crittenden County Elementary School, Crittenden County Middle School and Crittenden County High School.
How many public schools are located in Marion?
4 public schools are located in Marion.
What is the racial composition of students in Marion?
Marion public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public schools average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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