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Marion Alternative Center
High School · MARION ISD
P O BOX 189, Marion, TX 78124
Enrollment
10
Student-Teacher
10:1
Grades
8th – 12th
Enrollment
10
Student-Teacher
10:1
Grades
8th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Marion Alternative Center
High School in Marion · grades 8th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Norma Krueger El/bert Karrer Campus
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Marion H S
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About Marion Alternative Center
Marion Alternative Center is a public high school in Marion, TX, part of MARION ISD. Marion Alternative Center serves approximately 10 students, and covers grades 8th-12th, and has a 10:1 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 10 students, Marion Alternative Center 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.
Marion Alternative Center sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 8th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 10 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Address
- P O BOX 189, Marion, TX 78124
- Website
- marionisd.net
- Phone
- (830) 904-2803
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Funding & Resources
Location
P O BOX 189, Marion, TX 78124
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Marion Alternative Center may also want to explore other high schools in the area. MARION H S (rated 7.6/10, 0.1 miles away). Another option is BYRON P STEELE II H S (rated 6.3/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Schertz). Additionally, THE NBISD LEARNING CENTER (rated 5.9/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby New Braunfels). For more schools in Marion, see our Marion schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NORMA KRUEGER EL/BERT KARRER CAMPUS Marion | 0.0 mi | 6.0 |
| MARION H S Marion | 0.1 mi | 7.6 |
| NORMA KRUEGER EL Marion | 0.1 mi | 7.4 |
| MARION MIDDLE Marion | 0.2 mi | 7.0 |
| BYRON P STEELE II H S Schertz | 4.5 mi | 6.3 |
| THE NBISD LEARNING CENTER New Braunfels | 5.1 mi | 5.9 |
| NEW BRAUNFELS H S NINTH GRADE CENTER New Braunfels | 5.1 mi | 5.6 |
| VOSS FARMS EL New Braunfels | 6.2 mi | 7.6 |
| KLEIN ROAD EL New Braunfels | 6.3 mi | 5.3 |
| MORNINGSIDE EL New Braunfels | 6.4 mi | 5.6 |
| CIBOLO VALLEY EL Cibolo | 5.7 mi | 3.5 |
| NEW BRAUNFELS MIDDLE New Braunfels | 6.4 mi | 4.9 |
| WIEDERSTEIN EL Cibolo | 5.9 mi | 5.2 |
| MCQUEENEY EL Mcqueeney | 6.2 mi | 6.3 |
| COUNTY LINE EL New Braunfels | 7.2 mi | 4.9 |
| WALNUT SPRINGS EL New Braunfels | 7.4 mi | 6.5 |
| MEMORIAL EL New Braunfels | 7.4 mi | 5.9 |
| LEGACY TRADITIONAL SCHOOL - CIBOLO Cibolo | 6.5 mi | 4.4 |
| RAY D CORBETT J H Schertz | 6.7 mi | 6.1 |
| JOHN A SIPPEL EL Schertz | 6.7 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78124 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,534
Median Home Value
$282,000
Median Rent
$1,326/mo
Population
6,907
College Educated
21.5%
Homeownership
85.2%
Avg Commute
32.7 min
Poverty Rate
7.7%
Median Age
43
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|---|---|
| ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL Mont Belvieu, TX | — |
| AMTECH CAREER ACADEMY Amarillo, TX | — |
| AUSTIN OAKS Austin, TX | — |
| BRIDGE ASSOC Fort Worth, TX | — |
| CISCO LEARNING CENTER Cisco, TX | — |
| COASTAL ALTERNATIVE PROGRAM Santa Fe, TX | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Marion Alternative Center
What grades does Marion Alternative Center serve?
Marion Alternative Center serves students in grades 8th through 12th.
How many students attend Marion Alternative Center?
Marion Alternative Center has an enrollment of approximately 10 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Marion Alternative Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Marion Alternative Center is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
Is Marion Alternative Center a charter school?
No, Marion Alternative Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Marion Alternative Center a Title I school?
No, Marion Alternative Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Marion Alternative Center?
60.0% of students at Marion Alternative Center qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 8th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 10
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 60.0%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Guadalupe County
- Phone
- (830) 904-2803
Resources & Links
District
MARION ISD- District Enrollment
- 1,570
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,681
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