Serving 105 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Marion Elementary - 02 ranks in the top 30% of all schools in South Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the South Dakota state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is approximately equal to the South Dakota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the South Dakota state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 33% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 105 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in SD
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marion Elementary - 02's student population of 105 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
105 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Preparing learners today for success in tomorrow's world
School Rankings
Marion Elementary - 02 ranks within the top 30% of all 619 schools in South Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marion Elementary - 02 is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#147 out of 619 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
4%
14%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
4%
3%
White
87%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marion Elementary - 02's ranking?
Marion Elementary - 02 is ranked #147 out of 619 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% SD state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% SD state average).
How many students attend Marion Elementary - 02?
105 students attend Marion Elementary - 02.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Marion Elementary - 02 students are White, 4% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marion Elementary - 02?
Marion Elementary - 02 has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the South Dakota state average of 12:1.
What grades does Marion Elementary - 02 offer ?
Marion Elementary - 02 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marion Elementary - 02 part of?
Marion Elementary - 02 is part of Marion School District 60-3.
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