What types of schools are available in Marion, North Carolina?

Marion, North Carolina offers a variety of public schools including regular public schools and charter schools across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

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Best Schools in Marion, North Carolina

Q: How many schools are in Marion, North Carolina?

There are 13 schools in Marion, North Carolina, serving 4,899 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

Q: What is the best elementary school in Marion?

To find the highest-rated elementary schools in Marion, North Carolina, use our school listings above sorted by rating. Filter by "Elementary" level to compare test scores, student-teacher ratios, and parent reviews for each school.

Compare 13 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

Total Schools

Public & Charter Schools

4,899

Total Students

Across Marion

14.5:1

Avg Student-Teacher Ratio

District average

13 schools found

Advanced Insights & Statistics

Dynamic metrics computed specifically for currently filtered schools

Academic Proficiency Averages

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🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.

Classroom Attention Ratio

Favorable Class Size (<15:1)7 Schools

Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)5 Schools

Larger Class Size (>20:1)1 Schools

💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.

Filtered Quality Highlights

✓0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
✓Largest student enrollment is 1,379 students at Mcdowell High School.
✓Best student-teacher ratio is 5:1, offering optimal classroom attention.

🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.

The Summit Academy

publichighGrade 6-12

75 Crawford St, Marion, NC 28752

Marion Elementary School

publicelementaryPK-5

209 Robert Street, Marion, NC 28752

North Cove Elementary School

publicelementaryPK-5

401 American Thread Road, Marion, NC 28752

West Marion Elementary School

publicelementaryPK-5

820 Marler Road, Marion, NC 28752

600 Mcdowell High School Dr, Marion, NC 28752

Pleasant Gardens Elementary School

publicelementaryPK-5

100 John Roach Drive, Marion, NC 28752

Glenwood Elementary School

publicelementaryPK-5

1545 Old Hwy 221 South, Marion, NC 28752

Foothills Community School

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

176 Lukin Street, Marion, NC 28752

Mcdowell Early College

publicElementary9-13th Grade

54 College Drive, Marion, NC 28752

East Mcdowell Middle School

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

676 State Street, Marion, NC 28752

West Mcdowell Middle School

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

346 West Mcdowell Junior High, Marion, NC 28752

Eastfield Global Magnet School

publicelementaryPK-5

170 Eastfield School Road, Marion, NC 28752

Mcdowell Academy For Innovation

publicElementary9-13th Grade

54 College Drive, Marion, NC 28752

Detailed Overview of Schools in Marion

Marion, North Carolina is home to 13 schools serving over 4,899 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. See methodology →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Marion, North Carolina?

There are 13 schools in Marion, serving 4,899 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the best elementary school in Marion?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Marion include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in Marion?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Marion is 14.5:1.

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