Marion Alternative Center serves 10 students in grades 8-12.
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 10 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marion Alternative Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Marion Alternative Center's student population of 10 students has grown by 400% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Total Students
10 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Motto
Preparing Graduates to be responsible, productive citizens
School Rankings
The diversity score of Marion Alternative Center is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
80%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
20%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
57%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Marion Alternative Center?
10 students attend Marion Alternative Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Marion Alternative Center students are Hispanic, and 20% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marion Alternative Center?
Marion Alternative Center has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Marion Alternative Center offer ?
Marion Alternative Center offers enrollment in grades 8-12
What school district is Marion Alternative Center part of?
Marion Alternative Center is part of Marion Independent School District.
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