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Marion Academy

School

505 WASHINGTON ST, Marion, AL 36756

Private

Enrollment

20

Student-Teacher

3:1

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

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School in Marion · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Francis Marion School

6.1/10

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Breakthrough Charter School

7.6/10

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About Marion Academy

Marion Academy is a private school in Marion, AL. Marion Academy serves approximately 20 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 3:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.

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What Parents Should Know

At 20 students, Marion Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 3:1 students to teachers, Marion Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Marion Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Marion Academy compares to the 2 public schools in Marion, AL

Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
This School
vs
17.4:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
20
This School
vs
402
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 65% vs 0%
Black 20% vs 0%
Marion Academy Marion Public Avg

All Schools in Marion

School Rating
Marion Academy (this school)
Francis Marion School 6.1
Breakthrough Charter School 7.6

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

School Profile

Limited Data
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
20 students
Type
Private · Christian, no specific denomination
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
Address
505 WASHINGTON ST, Marion, AL 36756
Phone
(334) 683-8204
Data Year
SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?

We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in AL aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.

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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 65.0%
Black 20.0%
Two or More 15.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

505 WASHINGTON ST, Marion, AL 36756

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Marion Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Breakthrough Charter School (rated 7.6/10, 1.8 miles away). Another option is MEADOWVIEW CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 21.7 miles away, in nearby Selma). Additionally, Robert C Hatch High School (rated 6.3/10, 17.3 miles away, in nearby Uniontown). For more schools in Marion, see our Marion schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 21.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Francis Marion School Marion 1.0 mi 6.1
Breakthrough Charter School Marion 1.8 mi 7.6
Robert C Hatch High School Uniontown 17.3 mi 6.3
SOUTHERN ACADEMY Greensboro 16.1 mi 4.4
Greensboro Middle School Greensboro 16.5 mi 4.8
Greensboro High School Greensboro 16.5 mi 4.2
Salem Elementary School Orrville 19.7 mi 8.2
Greensboro Elementary School Greensboro 17.0 mi 6.4
Meadowview Elementary School Selma 21.6 mi 7.2
ELLWOOD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Selma 21.3 mi 4.8
MEADOWVIEW CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Selma 21.7 mi 6.4
JOHN T MORGAN ACADEMY Selma 21.9 mi 4.8
Keith MiddleHigh School Orrville 23.9 mi 6.1
Brent Elementary School Brent 23.4 mi 6.6
Edgewood Elementary School Selma 21.8 mi 4.8
The RBHudson STEAM Academy Selma 22.1 mi 5.6
Saints Virtual Academy Selma 22.2 mi 3.9
Selma High School Selma 22.3 mi 3.8
William R Martin Middle School Valley Grande 21.6 mi 4.7
Valley Grande Elementary School Valley Grande 21.6 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 36756 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$34,679

Median Home Value

$98,400

Median Rent

$616/mo

Population

5,483

College Educated

17%

Homeownership

65.3%

Poverty Rate

29.2%

Median Age

39.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Marion Academy

What grades does Marion Academy serve?

Marion Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Marion Academy?

Marion Academy has an enrollment of approximately 20 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Marion Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Marion Academy is 3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

Is Marion Academy a private school?

Yes, Marion Academy is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Marion Academy a religious school?

Marion Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
20
Gender Split
70% M / 30% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
Teachers (FTE)
7
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Perry County

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