Dexter High vs Marion High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Kansas, United States, 132 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dexter High
Dexter · Public high · Grades 6–12
157 students
Marion High
Marion · Public high · Grades 9–12
159 students
| Measure | Dexter High Dexter, Kansas | Marion High Marion, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 44 Lower 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #75 of 296 | #117 of 296 |
| National rank | #9904 of 16,910 | #11508 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 157 | 159 |
| Enrollment | 157 | 159 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 41.4% | 38.4% |
| Students per teacher | 12.1 | 10.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 24.5% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 24.5% |
| city | Dexter | Marion |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Dexter High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.1 vs 37.8).
- •Dexter High does better on math proficiency (32% vs 24.5%).
- •Dexter High does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 24.5%).
- •Marion High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (38.4% vs 41.4%).
- •Marion High does better on students per teacher (10.6 vs 12.1).
- •Marion High is the larger school with 159 students compared with 157.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Dexter High better than Marion High?
On the Success Index (US), Dexter High ranks higher (44.1 vs 37.8 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Dexter High and Marion High?
About 132 km in a straight line, between Dexter and Marion in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dexter High: 157. Marion High: 159. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dexter High and Marion High rank in Kansas?
Dexter High is 75th of 296 and Marion High is 117th of 296 among high schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).