MARION SCHOOL

Marion School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Marion Elem school district, located in Marion, MT with about 107 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th 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 7 teachers, Marion School 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 School, located at 205 Gopher Lane in Marion, Montana, serves as a central hub for the small, rural community it inhabits. As a K-8 institution, it provides foundational education to students in the surrounding area, operating with the close-knit atmosphere often found in Montana’s rural school districts. The school is situated in a scenic region of the Flathead Valley, reflecting the quiet, nature-oriented lifestyle of the residents in Marion.

Because of its size, Marion School typically emphasizes a personalized learning environment where students benefit from smaller class sizes and a strong sense of community engagement. The school acts not only as a place of academic instruction but also as a primary point of social connection for local families. While it maintains a focus on core academic standards, it is integrated into the unique rural culture of Western Montana, preparing students for the transition to larger high schools in the nearby Kalispell area.

For more information, contact Marion School at (406) 854-2333 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.