MARION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Marion Elem is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Marion-Florence school district, located in Marion, KS with about 240 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 16 teachers, Marion Elem has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Marion Elementary School, located at 1400 E Lawrence in Marion, Kansas, serves as a foundational pillar for the local community’s educational system. As part of the Marion-Florence Unified School District (USD 408), the school is dedicated to fostering an environment that balances academic rigor with the social-emotional development of its young students. The school typically serves a close-knit student body, drawing on the supportive, small-town atmosphere of Marion to provide a personalized learning experience.

The school emphasizes a traditional curriculum designed to build strong literacy and mathematical skills while encouraging student engagement through various classroom activities. With a focus on preparing children for future success in middle and high school, Marion Elementary prioritizes a collaborative relationship between staff, parents, and the community. By utilizing the resources of the USD 408 district, the school works to ensure that students have access to the necessary tools and supportive instruction required to thrive in a safe and nurturing environment.

For more information, contact Marion Elem at (620) 382-3771 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.