Marlin ISD School District
School District · Marlin, Texas
Avg Rating
6.3
out of 10
Schools
3
1 elem, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,405
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
Avg Rating
6.3
out of 10
Schools
3
1 elem, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,405
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
Evaluating Marlin ISD?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Marlin ISD as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
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Marlin EL
Marlin · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Marlin High
Marlin · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Texas rank
#502 of 899
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+0.1
above Texas avg
Per-pupil spending
$17,405
+$4,437 vs Texas median
District size
903 students
Smaller than Texas median
Top-Rated Schools in Marlin ISD
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (2 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Marlin EL | 6.4 / 10 |
| 2 | Marlin High | 6.3 / 10 |
See all 3 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Marlin ISD
Marlin ISD is a Marlin, Texas school district serving 3 schools. The district educates 903 students with a student-teacher ratio of 22:1. The district invests $17,405 per student annually.
With an average rating of 6.3/10, Marlin ISD demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Marlin EL, which has a composite score of 6.4/10.
In standardized testing, Marlin ISD students show an average math proficiency of 32.9% and ELA proficiency of 34.3%.
The district includes 1 elementary school , and 2 high schools.
District Map
Schools in Marlin ISD, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Marlin ISD with test data.
Schools in Marlin ISD
3 schools Elementary Schools 1
High Schools 2
District Details
- State
- Texas
- City
- Marlin
- Total Enrollment
- 903
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.4%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Marlin ISD?
Marlin ISD has 3 schools in total — 1 elementary, and 2 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Marlin ISD?
The average composite rating for Marlin ISD is 6.3/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Marlin ISD?
Marlin ISD spends $17,405 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Marlin ISD?
The average student-teacher ratio in Marlin ISD is 22:1.
What is the top-rated school in Marlin ISD?
Marlin EL is the highest-rated school in Marlin ISD with a composite score of 6.4/10.
What are the test scores in Marlin ISD?
Across schools in Marlin ISD with test data, the average math proficiency is 32.9% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 34.3%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Marlin ISD compare to other districts in Texas?
Marlin ISD has an average school rating of 6.3/10 across 3 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Texas 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 blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 6.3/10
- Math Proficiency
- 32.9%
- ELA Proficiency
- 34.3%
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Texas Education Agency, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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