Best Public Schools in Marion, WI

The city of Marion, Wisconsin is home to two schools - Marion Elementary and Marion High. Both schools serve students from the Marion School District, which is ranked 319 out of 426 districts in the state and has a low 1 out of 5 star rating from SchoolDigger.

While Marion Elementary has maintained a consistent 2 out of 5 star rating, performing around the state average, Marion High has seen fluctuations in its statewide ranking, dropping from 369 out of 431 high schools in 2023-2024 to 265 out of 431 in 2024-2025. This suggests the high school may be facing some challenges compared to other schools in the state.

Both schools have high rates of chronic absenteeism (17.7%) and a significant percentage of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch (around 50%), indicating economic disadvantage in the community. While Marion High stands out with a strong 91.0% four-year graduation rate and a low 1.3% dropout rate, the schools in the Marion School District generally lag behind the state average in academic performance, suggesting a need for a concerted effort to address the challenges facing these schools.