Marion Elementary School vs McBain Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 11 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Marion Elementary School
Marion · Public elementary · Grades K–5
185 students
McBain Elementary School
Mc Bain · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
520 students
| Measure | Marion Elementary School Marion, Michigan | McBain Elementary School Mc Bain, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 60 Top 50% | 59 Top 50% |
| State rank | #464 of 1,581 | #494 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #18056 of 50,301 | #18927 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 185 | 520 |
| Enrollment | 185 | 520 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 76.8% | 51.2% |
| Students per teacher | 13.2 | 19.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 64% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 55% |
| city | Marion | Mc Bain |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Marion Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (60.2 vs 58.9).
- •McBain Elementary School does better on math proficiency (55% vs 52%).
- •Marion Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 64%).
- •McBain Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (51.2% vs 76.8%).
- •Marion Elementary School does better on students per teacher (13.2 vs 19.3).
- •McBain Elementary School is the larger school with 520 students compared with 185.
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 Marion Elementary School better than McBain Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Marion Elementary School ranks higher (60.2 vs 58.9 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 Marion Elementary School and McBain Elementary School?
About 11 km in a straight line, between Marion and Mc Bain in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Marion Elementary School: 185. McBain Elementary School: 520. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Marion Elementary School and McBain Elementary School rank in Michigan?
Marion Elementary School is 464th of 1,581 and McBain Elementary School is 494th of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).