WEST MARION PRIMARY SCHOOL

WEST MARION PRIMARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Marion County School District school district, located in Foxworth, MS with about 396 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 3rd 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 23 teachers, WEST MARION PRIMARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

WEST MARION PRIMARY SCHOOL, located in Foxworth, Mississippi, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Marion County School District. As a primary school, it focuses on the early developmental years of a child’s education, typically catering to students in the lower elementary grades. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and nurturing environment designed to build strong academic basics in literacy and mathematics, while also emphasizing social-emotional growth during these formative years.

Community involvement is a hallmark of the West Marion experience, with the school often serving as a central hub for families in the Foxworth area. By prioritizing small-group instruction and creating a structured, encouraging classroom atmosphere, the faculty aims to ensure that every student gains the confidence and foundational skills necessary for future academic success. The school remains dedicated to the district's broader mission of preparing students to be productive, well-rounded citizens within the Mississippi educational system.

For more information, contact WEST MARION PRIMARY SCHOOL at (601) 736-3713 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.