MARION JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL

MARION JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public secondary school that is part of the MARION SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in MARION, AR with about 655 students offering grade levels from 8th Grade to 9th 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 45 teachers, MARION JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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 801 Carter Drive in Marion, Arkansas, is a key component of the Marion School District. Serving students in the middle grades, the school focuses on providing a supportive academic environment designed to bridge the transition between elementary education and the more rigorous demands of high school. The campus emphasizes a well-rounded curriculum that prepares students for future success while fostering personal growth and community engagement.

As part of the broader Marion School District, the junior high benefits from the district’s commitment to integrating modern technology and diverse extracurricular opportunities into the student experience. The school aims to cultivate a culture of excellence, encouraging students to develop essential critical thinking and social skills. For families and community members seeking more detailed information regarding school policies, academic calendars, or district initiatives, the school maintains an active presence online at http://www.msd3.org.

For more information, contact MARION JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL at (870) 739-5140 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

801 CARTER DR
MARION, AR 72364
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MARION JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in MARION, AR with about 655 enrolled students. See other public other schools in Arkansas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Other
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
655
Teachers:
45.87
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide eligible school-No program
Virtual:
Supplemental Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
8th Grade
9th 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 655 students

Black or African American
54.4%
White
39.5%
Hispanic/Latino
4.0%
Asian
0.9%
Two or more races
0.9%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.3%

Female
49.5%
Male
50.5%

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.