Best Schools in Marlin, Texas
3 schools in the directory · 1 Elementary · 2 High
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Marlin EL
Elementary · Marlin ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
Marlin High
High · Marlin ISD. Included in the current public-school comparison; compare it on the map and table below.
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
6.0
2 public schools · out of 10
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
6.0
2 public schools · out of 10
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Marlin
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using public schools that meet the current coverage rules (2 rated schools; 3 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Marlin EL | 6.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Marlin High | 5.9 / 10 |
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About Schools in Marlin, Texas
Marlin, Texas is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 2 high schools.
The 2 public schools in this comparison average 6.0 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 Marlin EL with a composite score of 6.0/10.
Marlin is served by 1 school district: MARLIN ISD. These districts collectively serve 903 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
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 453 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.0 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 436 students · 6th–12th | 5.9 |
| 2 | 14 students · 9th–12th | — |
Schools in Marlin
Marlin, Texas · 3 schools
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Common questions about schools in Marlin, Texas
How many schools are in Marlin, Texas?
Marlin has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Marlin, Texas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for 2 public schools meeting this comparison's coverage rules in Marlin is 6.0 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 Marlin, Texas?
The top-ranked school in Marlin on MySchoolScout is Marlin EL with a composite score of 6.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Marlin, Texas?
The top-ranked elementary school in Marlin on MySchoolScout is Marlin EL with a composite score of 6.0/10.
What is the best high school in Marlin, Texas?
The top-ranked high school in Marlin on MySchoolScout is Marlin High with a composite score of 5.9/10.
How many school districts serve Marlin, Texas?
Marlin is served by 1 school district: Marlin ISD.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Marlin, Texas?
Among 2 public schools in Marlin that meet this comparison's coverage rules and report a student-teacher ratio, the average is 23.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Marlin, 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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