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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
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Marion Alternative Center
Marion Alternative Center is a public high school in Marion, TX, part of the MARION ISD. The school serves approximately 10 students in grades 8th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 10:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $82,534, where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a fringe rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 10 students, Marion Alternative Center is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
Located in a rural area, Marion Alternative Center may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
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?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 4 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
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. BYRON P STEELE II H S (rated 7.4/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Schertz). Another option is MARION H S (rated 6.6/10, 0.1 miles away). Additionally, THE NBISD LEARNING CENTER (rated 5.8/10, 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 | 7.8 |
| MARION H S Marion | 0.1 mi | 6.6 |
| NORMA KRUEGER EL Marion | 0.1 mi | 6.7 |
| MARION MIDDLE Marion | 0.2 mi | 6.2 |
| BYRON P STEELE II H S Schertz | 4.5 mi | 7.4 |
| THE NBISD LEARNING CENTER New Braunfels | 5.1 mi | 5.8 |
| NEW BRAUNFELS H S NINTH GRADE CENTER New Braunfels | 5.1 mi | 6.0 |
| VOSS FARMS EL New Braunfels | 6.2 mi | 7.0 |
| KLEIN ROAD EL New Braunfels | 6.3 mi | 7.4 |
| MORNINGSIDE EL New Braunfels | 6.4 mi | 6.8 |
| CIBOLO VALLEY EL Cibolo | 5.7 mi | 6.6 |
| NEW BRAUNFELS MIDDLE New Braunfels | 6.4 mi | 5.9 |
| WIEDERSTEIN EL Cibolo | 5.9 mi | 6.8 |
| MCQUEENEY EL Mcqueeney | 6.2 mi | 2.7 |
| COUNTY LINE EL New Braunfels | 7.2 mi | 5.0 |
| WALNUT SPRINGS EL New Braunfels | 7.4 mi | 4.7 |
| MEMORIAL EL New Braunfels | 7.4 mi | 8.3 |
| LEGACY TRADITIONAL SCHOOL - CIBOLO Cibolo | 6.5 mi | 6.8 |
| RAY D CORBETT J H Schertz | 6.7 mi | 6.0 |
| JOHN A SIPPEL EL Schertz | 6.7 mi | 6.7 |
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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Marion Alternative Center has a median household income of $82,534. It is a community where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $282,000, with a median rent of $1,326/month. The local poverty rate of 7.7% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 33 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| 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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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- Average (369/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Marion). Data >1 year old.
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
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
MARION ISD- District Enrollment
- 1,570
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,681
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