School Overview
Marion High School, located at 1501 S. Carbon Street in Marion, Illinois, serves as the primary secondary education institution for the Marion Community Unit School District 2. As a cornerstone of the local community, the school is known for its comprehensive academic curriculum, which includes a variety of advanced placement courses, vocational training, and elective programs designed to prepare students for both higher education and the workforce. The facility itself is modern and well-equipped, reflecting the district's commitment to providing a contemporary learning environment that supports diverse student needs and extracurricular engagement.

Beyond the classroom, Marion High School maintains a strong emphasis on school spirit and student development through a robust offering of extracurricular activities. The school hosts numerous athletic teams, performing arts programs, and student organizations, all of which play a vital role in fostering a sense of belonging and community pride among the student body. By balancing rigorous scholastic expectations with active participation in sports and clubs, Marion High School strives to graduate well-rounded individuals who are prepared to contribute positively to their community and beyond.
1,159
Total Students
77.3
Full-Time Teachers
15.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Marion High School
Demographic Student Count
White892
Hispanic62
Black104
Asian11
Two or More89
American Indian1
  • White
    892 (77.0 %)
  • Black
    104 (9.0 %)
  • Two or More
    89 (7.7 %)
  • Hispanic
    62 (5.3 %)
  • Asian
    11 (0.9 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Marion CUSD 2
Phone: (618)993-8196
Website: http://www.marionunit2.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,159
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 77.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 15.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 311
Grade 10 315
Grade 11 260
Grade 12 273

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Marion High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 9311
Grade 10315
Grade 11260
Grade 12273
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Marion High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female54747.2%
Male61252.8%