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6.2 avg / 10

Marion County School District

School District · Hamilton, Alabama

Students: 3,358
Teachers (FTE): 213

Avg Rating

6.2

out of 10

Schools

10

4 elem, 1 mid, 4 high

Per-Pupil Spending

$12,288

Student-Teacher Ratio

15.8:1

How this district compares

Alabama rank

#107 of 141

districts by avg. composite

Vs. state average

-0.3

below Alabama avg

Per-pupil spending

$12,288

$520 vs Alabama median

District size

3,358 students

Larger than Alabama median

About Marion County

Marion County is a Hamilton, Alabama school district serving 10 schools. The district educates 3,358 students with a student-teacher ratio of 15.8:1. The district invests $12,288 per student annually.

With an average rating of 6.2/10, Marion County demonstrates solid academic performance.

The highest-rated school in the district is Hackleburg Elementary School, which has a composite score of 8.5/10.

In standardized testing, Marion County students show an average math proficiency of 31.4% and ELA proficiency of 59.2%.

The district includes 4 elementary schools , 1 middle school , and 4 high schools.

District Map

Schools in Marion County, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.

District Average Test Scores

Math Proficiency 31.4%
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ELA Proficiency 59.2%
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Average proficiency across all schools in Marion County with test data.

District Details

State
Alabama
City
Hamilton
Total Enrollment
3,358
Teachers (FTE)
213
Child Poverty Rate
0.2%
Data Year
2023

Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Marion County?

Marion County has 10 schools in total — 4 elementary, 1 middle, and 4 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.

What is the average rating for Marion County?

The average composite rating for Marion County is 6.2/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.

What is the per-pupil spending in Marion County?

Marion County spends $12,288 per student per year.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Marion County?

The average student-teacher ratio in Marion County is 15.8:1.

What is the top-rated school in Marion County?

Hackleburg Elementary School is the highest-rated school in Marion County with a composite score of 8.5/10.

What are the test scores in Marion County?

Across schools in Marion County with test data, the average math proficiency is 31.4% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 59.2%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.

How does Marion County compare to other districts in Alabama?

Marion County has an average school rating of 6.2/10 across 10 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Alabama by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools?

MySchoolScout ratings are based on a comprehensive methodology that weighs Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.

District Averages

Overall Rating
6.2/10
Math Proficiency
31.4%
ELA Proficiency
59.2%

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

Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Alabama Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.

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