Serving 772 students in grades 6-8, North Marion Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 772 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Marion Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
North Marion Middle School's student population of 772 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
772 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1993
School Calendar
School Mascot
Colt
School Rankings
North Marion Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Marion Middle School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3024 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
25%
37%
Black
28%
21%
White
41%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Colt
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Marion Middle School's ranking?
North Marion Middle School is ranked #3024 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are North Marion Middle School often compared to?
North Marion Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Howard Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend North Marion Middle School?
772 students attend North Marion Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of North Marion Middle School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Marion Middle School?
North Marion Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does North Marion Middle School offer ?
North Marion Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Marion Middle School part of?
North Marion Middle School is part of Marion School District.
School Reviews
1 5/29/2021
If I could give this school no stars, I would. I have a 6th grader, who has always had great compliments from teachers. Always polite, respectful, and kind, no problems with kids or teachers. Child has IEP, and still no growth at this school. My child sees fighting weekly, bullying, and should not feel like he can't talk to anyone or keep his head down to avoid any problems, but kiddo does. I have actually had a teacher tell me that unfortunately, because your child doesn't cause problems, and he is so busy with the problematic kids, he doesn't talk to my child as much. Now that makes ya feel good about putting a child in this school, doesn't it? NOT!! Somehow this school needs to figure a way to get a grip on the kids here! I do feel bad and totally respect the teachers, but something has to be done about this school. DO NOT SEND YOUR CHILDREN TO THIS SCHOOL!!! Also, if you have a child that has an IEP, you might want to consider another school that can give a child with special needs more attention!!!
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