MARION JR HIGH SCHOOL

Marion Jr High School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Marion CUSD 2 school district, located in Marion, IL with about 860 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th 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 52 teachers, Marion Jr High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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 Junior High School, located at 1609 W. Main St. in Marion, Illinois, serves as a key educational hub for the local community. As a middle school facility within the Marion Community Unit School District 2, the school is dedicated to bridging the academic and social development gap between elementary school and high school. It offers a structured environment designed to support students during their early adolescent years, focusing on core curriculum standards while providing opportunities for extracurricular involvement.

The school is well-integrated into the Marion community, reflecting the district’s commitment to fostering a supportive learning atmosphere for its diverse student body. By emphasizing both academic rigor and character development, Marion Junior High School aims to prepare its students for the challenges of secondary education. The facility serves as a central point for the district's middle-level programming, providing resources and staff dedicated to helping students navigate the transition toward their future academic goals.

For more information, contact Marion Jr High School at (618) 997-1317 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.