Marion High School vs McBain High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Michigan, United States, 12 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Marion High School
Marion · Public high · Grades 6–12
192 students
McBain High School
Mc Bain · Public high · Grades 9–12
294 students
| Measure | Marion High School Marion, Michigan | McBain High School Mc Bain, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 58 Top 50% |
| State rank | #447 of 591 | #190 of 591 |
| National rank | #13119 of 16,910 | #6417 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 192 | 294 |
| Enrollment | 192 | 294 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 70.3% | 38.4% |
| Students per teacher | 13.7 | 17.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 44% |
| city | Marion | Mc Bain |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •McBain High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (57.6 vs 31.0).
- •McBain High School does better on math proficiency (44% vs 22%).
- •McBain High School does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 42%).
- •McBain High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (38.4% vs 70.3%).
- •Marion High School does better on students per teacher (13.7 vs 17.3).
- •McBain High School is the larger school with 294 students compared with 192.
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 High School better than McBain High School?
On the Success Index (US), McBain High School ranks higher (57.6 vs 31.0 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 High School and McBain High School?
About 12 km in a straight line, between Marion and Mc Bain in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Marion High School: 192. McBain High School: 294. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Marion High School and McBain High School rank in Michigan?
Marion High School is 447th of 591 and McBain High School is 190th of 591 among high schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).