Best Schools in Marion Center, Pennsylvania
7 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High · 5 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Marion Center by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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W.a. Mccreery EL Sch
Elementary · Marion Center Area Sd. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Marion Center Area Jr/sr HS
High · Marion Center Area Sd. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
7
2 public · 5 private
Avg Score
7.3
out of 10
Median Home
$164,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
7
2 public · 5 private
Avg Score
7.3
out of 10
Median Home
$164,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +5.3 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Marion Center schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Marion Center
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 7). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | W.a. Mccreery EL Sch | 8.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Marion Center Area Jr/sr HS | 6.5 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.3/10
- Median household income
- $57,250
- Median home value
- $164,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 15%
- Avg commute
- 34 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 77%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Marion Center compares
Median household income
$57k
72% of Pennsylvania median
About Schools in Marion Center, Pennsylvania
Marion Center, Pennsylvania is home to 7 schools, including 2 public schools and 5 private schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 7.3 out of 10, schools in Marion Center perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Marion Center is W.a. Mccreery EL Sch with a composite score of 8.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Marion Center is served by 1 school district: Marion Center Area SD. These districts collectively serve 1,214 students.
Marion Center's community shows 15% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $57,250. The poverty rate in the area is 20.4%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 332 students · Pre-K–6th | 8.0 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 573 students · 7th–12th | 6.5 |
Other Schools
5 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ambrose Amish Parochial School
Private
20 students · 1st–9th | — |
| 2 | Hilltop Amish School
Private
28 students · 1st–9th | — |
| 3 | Rose Valley School
Private
24 students · 1st–9th | — |
| 4 | Pine Ridge Amish School
Private
25 students · 1st–9th | — |
| 5 | Walnut Hollow Amish School
Private
17 students · 1st–9th | — |
Schools in Marion Center
Marion Center, Pennsylvania · 7 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$57,250
Median Home Value
$164,700
Median Rent
$750/mo
Population
2,778
College Educated
15%
Homeownership
77%
Avg Commute
34 min
Poverty Rate
20.4%
Community Profile
Marion Center has a median household income of $57,250. It is a community where 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $164,700, with a median rent of $750/month. The area has a poverty rate of 20.4%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 34 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Pennsylvania
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 1
- Other
- 5
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Marion Center, Pennsylvania
How many schools are in Marion Center, Pennsylvania?
Marion Center has 7 schools, including 2 public and 5 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Marion Center, Pennsylvania?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Marion Center is 7.3 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Marion Center, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked school in Marion Center on MySchoolScout is W.a. Mccreery EL Sch with a composite score of 8.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Marion Center, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked elementary school in Marion Center on MySchoolScout is W.a. Mccreery EL Sch with a composite score of 8.0/10.
What is the best high school in Marion Center, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked high school in Marion Center on MySchoolScout is Marion Center Area Jr/sr HS with a composite score of 6.5/10.
How many school districts serve Marion Center, Pennsylvania?
Marion Center is served by 1 school district: Marion Center Area Sd.
What is the education level in Marion Center, Pennsylvania?
According to Census data, 15% of adults in Marion Center have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Marion Center, Pennsylvania?
The median household income in Marion Center is approximately $57,250 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Marion Center, Pennsylvania?
Yes, Marion Center has 5 private schools alongside 2 public schools.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Marion Center, Pennsylvania?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Marion Center is 19.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Marion Center, Pennsylvania?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Pennsylvania Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.