Marion Local High School is a public high school located in Maria Stein, in Mercer County, Ohio's Marion Township. It currently has approximately 286 students enrolled.
Serving 306 students in grades 9-12, Marion Local High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥90% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 306 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marion Local High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Marion Local High School's student population of 306 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
306 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
1922
School Calendar
School Rankings
Marion Local High School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marion Local High School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#78 out of 3181 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
n/a
17%
White
98%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Marion Local School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Freddie Flyer
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marion Local High School's ranking?
Marion Local High School is ranked #78 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while ≥90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Marion Local High School?
The graduation rate of Marion Local High School is 95%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Marion Local High School?
306 students attend Marion Local High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Marion Local High School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marion Local High School?
Marion Local High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Marion Local High School offer ?
Marion Local High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marion Local High School part of?
Marion Local High School is part of Marion Local School District.
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