Best Public Schools in Guin, AL


Summary:

The city of Guin, Alabama is home to two schools: Guin Elementary School and Marion County High School. While Guin Elementary consistently ranks among the top elementary schools in Marion County, the high school lags behind, suggesting a stark contrast in academic performance between the two institutions.

Guin Elementary School is a standout performer, ranking 61st out of 684 Alabama elementary schools and earning a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger. Its students significantly outperform the county and state averages on standardized tests across multiple subjects. In contrast, Marion County High School ranks 270th out of 378 Alabama high schools and earns only a 1-star rating, with test scores trailing the county and state averages.

The data also reveals that both schools have a high percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, over 66%, indicating significant socioeconomic challenges in the Guin community. Additionally, Guin Elementary spends more per student ($10,376) compared to Marion County High School ($9,040), which may contribute to the elementary school's stronger academic performance and lower student-teacher ratio.








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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Alabama State Department of Education.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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