MARION SCHOOL DISTRICT

District Overview
Located at 200 Manor St in Marion, Arkansas, the Marion School District operates as an active, traditional public school system serving the educational needs of a vibrant community in the greater Memphis metropolitan area. Classified as a large suburban district, Marion manages six operational campuses providing a comprehensive academic continuum from pre-kindergarten all the way through 12th grade. For the 2024–2025 school year, the district educates nearly 3,900 students, fostering an inclusive learning environment with a diverse student body that includes strong representation from Black, White, Hispanic, and multiracial families, alongside students of various other cultural backgrounds.

Behind the district's daily academic offerings is a dedicated workforce of over 1,050 full-time equivalent staff members committed to student achievement and institutional growth. This team features approximately 542 full-time equivalent teachers and 71 instructional aides providing direct classroom guidance, supported by a network of more than 445 administrative and operational support personnel. This substantial staffing context ensures that learners across all grade levels receive individual attention, well-maintained facilities, and robust developmental support. Families, prospective students, and education researchers can learn more by visiting the district’s official website at msd3.org or contacting the central office directly at (870) 739-5100.
6
Total Schools
3,888
Total Students
541.6
Full-Time Teachers
7.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for MARION SCHOOL DISTRICT
Demographic Student Count
White1,079
Hispanic275
Black2,280
Asian27
Two or More224
American Indian2
Pacific Islander1
  • Black
    2,280 (58.6%)
  • White
    1,079 (27.8%)
  • Hispanic
    275 (7.1%)
  • Two or More
    224 (5.8%)
  • Asian
    27 (0.7%)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.1%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.0%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in MARION SCHOOL DISTRICT
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary3
Middle1
High1
Other1
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District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:6
Students:3,888*
Teachers (FTE):541.6*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:7.2
Schools in MARION SCHOOL DISTRICT
Found 6 Schools