Best Schools in Marion, NC
Marion, NC has a total of 29 schools including 9 high schools, 7 middle schools and 13 elementary schools. A total of 10,461 students attend Marion, NC schools. On average, schools in Marion score 53% on their proficiency tests, and we project an average score of 49% on those same proficiency tests. Comparing the differences, on average, schools in Marion exceed expectations.
Best High Schools in Marion, NC
Marion, NC has 9 high schools with 3,947 students. Below are the top high schools based on their actual test performance displayed alongside our projected performance for their socioeconomic status and the Teacher Grade we assign based on expected performance. On average, high schools in Marion score 73% on their proficiency tests, and we project and average score of 55% on those same proficiency tests. Comparing the differences, on average, high schools in Marion greatly exceed expectations.
1. Burke Middle College
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Burke County Schools • Public • Grades 11 - 12 • 119 Students
2. Rutherford Early College High School
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Rutherford County Schools • Public • Grades 9 - 13 • 191 Students
3. Mcdowell Early College
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Mcdowell County Schools • Public • Grades 9 - 13 • 225 Students
4. Mayland Early College
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Mitchell County Schools • Public • Grades 9 - 13 • 119 Students
5. Mcdowell Academy For Innovation
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Mcdowell County Schools • Public • Grades 9 - 13 • 113 Students
6. Freedom High
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Burke County Schools • Public • Grades 9 - 12 • 1414 Students
7. Mcdowell High School
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Mcdowell County Schools • Public • Grades 9 - 12 • 1416 Students
8. Mcdowell Virtual Academy
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Mcdowell County Schools • Public • Grades 6 - 12 • 140 Students
Best Middle Schools in Marion, NC
Marion, NC has 7 middle schools with 2,803 students. Below are the top middle schools based on their actual test performance displayed alongside our projected performance for their socioeconomic status and the Teacher Grade we assign based on expected performance. On average, middle schools in Marion score 53% on their proficiency tests, and we project and average score of 50% on those same proficiency tests. Comparing the differences, on average, middle schools in Marion exceed expectations.
1. Foothills Community School
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Mcdowell County Schools • Public • Grades 6 - 8 • 188 Students
2. Harris Middle
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Mitchell County Schools • Public • Grades 6 - 8 • 236 Students
3. Avery Middle
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Avery County Schools • Public • Grades 6 - 8 • 230 Students
4. R-s Middle School
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Rutherford County Schools • Public • Grades 6 - 8 • 574 Students
5. Table Rock Middle
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Burke County Schools • Public • Grades 6 - 8 • 502 Students
6. West Mcdowell Middle School
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Mcdowell County Schools • Public • Grades 6 - 8 • 605 Students
7. East Mcdowell Middle School
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Mcdowell County Schools • Public • Grades 6 - 8 • 468 Students
Best Elementary Schools in Marion, NC
Marion, NC has 13 elementary schools with 3,711 students. Below are the top elementary schools based on their actual test performance displayed alongside our projected performance for their socioeconomic status and the Teacher Grade we assign based on expected performance. On average, elementary schools in Marion score 42% on their proficiency tests, and we project and average score of 44% on those same proficiency tests. Comparing the differences, on average, elementary schools in Marion meet expectations.
1. South Toe Elementary
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Yancey County Schools • Public • Grades KG - 5 • 108 Students
2. Marion Elementary School
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Mcdowell County Schools • Public • Grades Pre K - 5 • 355 Students
3. Old Fort Elementary School
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Mcdowell County Schools • Public • Grades Pre K - 5 • 316 Students
4. Glenwood Elementary School
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Mcdowell County Schools • Public • Grades Pre K - 5 • 437 Students
5. Oak Hill Elementary
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Burke County Schools • Public • Grades Pre K - 5 • 327 Students
6. Pleasant Gardens Elementary School
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Mcdowell County Schools • Public • Grades Pre K - 5 • 304 Students
7. Crossnore Elementary
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Avery County Schools • Public • Grades Pre K - 5 • 199 Students
8. West Marion Elementary School
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Mcdowell County Schools • Public • Grades Pre K - 5 • 377 Students
9. North Cove Elementary School
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Mcdowell County Schools • Public • Grades Pre K - 5 • 227 Students
10. Pinnacle Elementary School
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Rutherford County Schools • Public • Grades Pre K - 5 • 234 Students
Education & Community Snapshot in Marion, NC
City-level factors that shape the learning environment around local schools.
Community Factors
Marion, NC has a total population of 25,503 with 22% of that population attending schools. The adult high school graduation rate is 86%, and 17% of adults have a bachelor’s degree or higher.
Students in Marion, NC
K-12 Students
High School Graduates
Adults 25+ with HS diplomas
College Graduates
Adults 25+ with a Bachelor’s degree or higher
Demographics statistics provided by Best Neighborhood Marion, NC.
Safety
Crime Grades summarize reported incidents per 1,000 residents. Use them as neighborhood context, not a school rating.
Overall Crime Grade
19.19 per 1,000 Residents
Violent Crime Grade
3.62 per 1,000 Residents
Property Crime Grade
15.57 per 1,000 Residents
Crime statistics provided by CrimeGrade in Marion, NC.
Connectivity
Connectivity influences learning at home. We summarize internet infrastructure, typical download speed, and a digital connectivity index for Marion, NC.
ISP Report Card
Internet Infrastructure Grade
Average Download Speed
Speed Most Residents Can Get
Digital Connectivity Index
ISP Connectivity Demand Report
To read more about these statistics, please visit Marion, NC Internet Health Assessment.
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