MARION COUNTY MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL

Marion County Middle/High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Marion County school district, located in Buena Vista, GA with about 715 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 39 teachers, Marion County Middle/High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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 County Middle/High School, located in the rural community of Buena Vista, Georgia, serves as the central educational hub for students in grades 6 through 12. As a combined facility, the school operates under the Marion County School District, emphasizing a close-knit environment where students transition from middle school foundational learning into high school academic and extracurricular programs. The school is known for its "Eagle" pride, which serves as a central theme in fostering school spirit and community engagement.

Academically, the institution focuses on preparing students for post-secondary success, offering a variety of core curriculum classes alongside elective opportunities. Beyond the classroom, Marion County Middle/High School places a significant emphasis on athletics and student organizations, which are vital to the social fabric of the Buena Vista area. By combining two tiers of education into one campus, the school aims to create a consistent support system for its student body, maintaining a small-town atmosphere while striving to meet modern educational standards.

For more information, contact Marion County Middle/High School at (229) 649-7520 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1 Eagle Dr
Buena Vista, GA 31803
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MARION COUNTY MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Buena Vista, GA with about 715 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Georgia

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Marion County
Total Students:
715
Teachers:
39.2
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 715 students

White
51.3%
Black or African American
34.7%
Hispanic/Latino
12.0%
Two or more races
1.0%
Asian
0.8%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.1%

Female
52.0%
Male
48.0%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.