Marion County had 128 students ready for college in the 2023-24 school year, according to the Alabama Department of Education. This represents 81% of the 158 pupils in that year’s graduating cohort.
College readiness in the county increased compared to the previous school year, when 99 students were considered prepared for college.
Across Marion County, Hamilton High School stood out, with almost 82.4% of students set to graduate considered ready for college. Meanwhile, Marion County High School ranked last, with only 78% meeting the benchmark.
College readiness in the district varied based on students’ ethnicity. 51.9% of white students were considered ready for college in the 2023-24 school year. These rankings may not reflect absolute accuracy, as data for small student groups may have been suppressed to protect student privacy.
Marion County had an overall graduation rate of 60.1%.
Alabama’s educational system was rated as one of the worst in the U.S., according to a 2023 study from Scholaroo. The state was ranked 46th based on factors such as school quality, student success, and teacher-to-student ratio.
| School name | No. of Students | College Readiness |
|---|---|---|
| Hamilton High School | 108 | 82.4% |
| Marion County High School | 50 | 78% |
*Data for small student groups is suppressed to ensure privacy.
