Serving 236 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Marion Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 236 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marion Elementary School's student population of 236 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
236 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Compassion. Commitment. Community.
School Rankings
Marion Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marion Elementary School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1198 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
n/a
9%
White
90%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marion Elementary School's ranking?
Marion Elementary School is ranked #1198 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Marion Elementary School?
236 students attend Marion Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Marion Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marion Elementary School?
Marion Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Marion Elementary School offer ?
Marion Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Marion Elementary School part of?
Marion Elementary School is part of Marion School District.
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