5.1 avg / 10

Best Schools in Marathon, Texas

1 schools · 1 Other

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 1

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 5.1/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 5.1/10
Median household income: $45,067
Median home value: $143,500
Bachelor's degree or higher: 24%
Owner-occupied homes: 53%

How Marathon compares

Median household income

$45k

61% of Texas median

About Schools in Marathon, Texas

Marathon, Texas is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span .

With an average rating of 5.1 out of 10, schools in Marathon show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Marathon is Marathon Independent School Dist with a composite score of 5.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Marathon is served by 1 school district: MARATHON ISD. These districts collectively serve 59 students.

Marathon's community shows 24% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $45,067. The poverty rate in the area is 6.2%.

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.

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Other Schools

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#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	MARATHON INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DIST 59 students · Pre-K–12th	59	Pre-K–12th	5.1

Schools in Marathon

Marathon, Texas · 1 school

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$45,067

Median Home Value

$143,500

Population

273

College Educated

24%

Homeownership

53%

Poverty Rate

6.2%

Community Profile

Marathon has a median household income of $45,067. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $143,500. The local poverty rate of 6.2% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Texas
Total Schools: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 5.1/10

Resources

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School District

MARATHON ISD

1 school · 59 students

Nearby Cities

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27 mi

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How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Marathon, Texas

How many schools are in Marathon, Texas?

Marathon has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Marathon, Texas?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Marathon is 5.1 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Marathon, Texas?

The top-ranked school in Marathon on MySchoolScout is Marathon Independent School Dist with a composite score of 5.1/10.

How many school districts serve Marathon, Texas?

Marathon is served by 1 school district: Marathon ISD.

What is the education level in Marathon, Texas?

According to Census data, 24% of adults in Marathon have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Marathon, Texas?

The median household income in Marathon is approximately $45,067 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Marathon, Texas?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Marathon is 5.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Marathon, Texas?

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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.