Serving 228 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Marion Charter School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 228 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marion Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Marion Charter School's student population of 228 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
228 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
2000
School Rankings
Marion Charter School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marion Charter School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1420 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
31%
38%
Black
11%
21%
White
47%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Marion School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marion Charter School's ranking?
Marion Charter School is ranked #1420 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Marion Charter School often compared to?
Marion Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dr N H Jones Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Marion Charter School?
228 students attend Marion Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Marion Charter School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marion Charter School?
Marion Charter School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Marion Charter School offer ?
Marion Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marion Charter School part of?
Marion Charter School is part of Marion School District.
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