Best Schools in Marion, Texas
5 schools in the directory · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High
Choosing a school in Marion?
Use this page to compare every school in Marion by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Marion Middle
Middle · Marion ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
Marion H S
High · Marion ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
Norma Krueger El/bert Karrer Campus
Elementary · Marion ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated public schools in Marion are Marion Middle (6.7/10), Marion H S (6.5/10), and Norma Krueger El/bert Karrer Campus (6.2/10), among 3 public schools meeting this comparison's coverage rules. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored.
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Avg Score
6.5
3 public schools · out of 10
District
1
serving the city
Schools
5
in this city
Avg Score
6.5
3 public schools · out of 10
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +1.5 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Marion public schools in the current comparison across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Marion
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using public schools that meet the current coverage rules (3 rated schools; 5 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Marion Middle | 6.7 / 10 |
| 2 | Marion H S | 6.5 / 10 |
| 3 | Norma Krueger El/bert Karrer Campus | 6.2 / 10 |
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About Schools in Marion, Texas
Marion, Texas is home to 5 schools, including 5 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.
The 3 public schools in this comparison average 6.5 out of 10 on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-scoring public school in this comparison is Marion Middle with a composite score of 6.7/10.
Marion is served by 1 school district: MARION ISD. These districts collectively serve 1,570 students.
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
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 356 students · Pre-K–2nd | 7.4 |
| 2 | 347 students · 3rd–5th | 6.2 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 379 students · 6th–8th | 6.7 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 478 students · 9th–12th | 6.5 |
| 2 | 10 students · 8th–12th | — |
Schools in Marion
Marion, Texas · 5 schools
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Common questions about schools in Marion, Texas
How many schools are in Marion, Texas?
Marion has 5 schools, including 5 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Marion, Texas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for 3 public schools meeting this comparison's coverage rules in Marion is 6.5 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, Texas?
The top-ranked school in Marion on MySchoolScout is Marion Middle with a composite score of 6.7/10.
What is the best elementary school in Marion, Texas?
The top-ranked elementary school in Marion on MySchoolScout is Norma Krueger El/bert Karrer Campus with a composite score of 6.2/10.
What is the best middle school in Marion, Texas?
The top-ranked middle school in Marion on MySchoolScout is Marion Middle with a composite score of 6.7/10.
What is the best high school in Marion, Texas?
The top-ranked high school in Marion on MySchoolScout is Marion H S with a composite score of 6.5/10.
How many school districts serve Marion, Texas?
Marion is served by 1 school district: Marion ISD.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Marion, Texas?
Among 3 public schools in Marion that meet this comparison's coverage rules and report a student-teacher ratio, the average is 13.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Marion, Texas?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education sources. Schools with enough data receive 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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