Summary:
The Marion County School District in Mississippi is home to two high schools: West Marion High School and East Marion High School. Both schools serve a high-need student population, with 100% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch.
West Marion High School is the stronger performer of the two, ranking 102 out of 232 Mississippi high schools and earning a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school excels in Algebra I, Biology, and U.S. History, with proficiency rates above the state and district averages, but struggles more in English II. East Marion High School, on the other hand, ranks 139 out of 232 and has a 2-star rating, performing better than the state average in Algebra I, Biology, and U.S. History but lagging behind the district in these subjects, and significantly struggling in English II.
Both schools maintain a high 4-year graduation rate of 89.4%, which is higher than the state average. However, they both face a significant challenge with chronic absenteeism, with a rate of 23.9% at both schools, well above the state average. Addressing attendance issues and providing targeted support for the high-need student populations could be key priorities for the district to help these schools reach their full potential.
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