For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 579 students in Marion County, AR.
The top-ranked public high schools in Marion County, AR are Flippin High School and Yellville-summit High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Marion County, AR public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Arkansas public high school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 40% statewide average). High schools in Marion County have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public high schools.
Marion County, AR public high school have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Arkansas average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Flippin High School, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arkansas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Arkansas public high school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Marion County (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Flippin High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
103 Alford St.
Flippin, AR 72634
(870) 453-2233
Flippin, AR 72634
(870) 453-2233
Gr: 9-12 | 246 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Yellville-summit High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1124 N Panther Ave
Yellville, AR 72687
(870) 449-4066
Yellville, AR 72687
(870) 449-4066
Gr: 9-12 | 312 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Marion County, AR?
The top-ranked public high schools in Marion County, AR include Flippin High School and Yellville-summit High School.
How many public high schools are located in Marion County?
2 public high schools are located in Marion County.
What is the racial composition of students in Marion County?
Marion County public high schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Arkansas public high schools average of 41% (majority Black).
Which public high schools in Marion County are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Marion County include: Yellville-summit High School vs. Flippin High School, Flippin High School vs. Yellville-summit High School
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