James and Margie Marion Elementary School Allen TX (2026 List)

About James And Margie Marion El

James and Margie Marion Elementary School is at 1595 Stablerun Drive, Allen, TX 75002, named after James and Margie Marion, community supporters recognized for their contributions to Allen ISD. The school covers kindergarten through sixth grade under Allen Independent School District. There are 693 students enrolled. The student-teacher ratio is 16:1, matching the district average. Boys make up 53% of the student body and girls 47%. According to state assessment data, 68% of students reached math proficiency and 70% reached reading proficiency, both in the top 10% of Texas elementary schools. Marion draws students from the Stablerun Drive residential corridor through Allen ISD's attendance zone boundaries. Local housing values near the campus average around $500,000, in line with the broader Allen market. Ranked #742 in Texas with a US News award, Marion is a strong pick among the best elementary schools in Texas.

Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 68%

Reading 70%

State average proficiency is 68% in Math and 70% in Reading.

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Full-time Teachers

16 : 1

Student-Teacher Ratio

693

Total Students

$66547

Avg. Teacher Salary

Student Demographics

White 38.1%

Asian 28.43%

Hispanic 14.29%

Black 11.54%

Two+ Races 6.78%

Native Am. 0.87%

White

38.1%

Asian

28.43%

Hispanic

14.29%

Black

11.54%

Two+ Races

6.78%

Native Am.

0.87%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 693

46.61%

323 Female

53.39%

370 Male

Student Population

693 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

693 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

James And Margie Marion El Contact Information

Address

1595 STABLERUN, ALLEN, TX 75002

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Phone

(214) 495-6784

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Website

http://www.allenisd.org/web/Marion_Elementary/Index.htm

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 7:45 AM - 2:55 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:30 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

In the 2025-26 school year, the Foundation for Allen Schools supported a district-wide art-science enrichment program, specifically for sixth graders, and Marion students were included. Furthermore, Allen ISD earned the distinction of being the top school district in Collin County for 2026, according to Niche. This ranking acknowledged the performance of every campus in the district, Marion included.

FAQ

Q1. Who were James and Margie Marion?

Ans. James and Margie Marion Elementary is named after two community members recognized for their philanthropic support of Allen ISD.

Q2. Does Marion Elementary offer a GATE program?

Ans. James and Margie Marion Elementary runs a Gifted and Talented program through Allen ISD. Principal Caitlin Richards and the campus counseling team manage the referral process.

Q3. What extracurricular activities does Marion Elementary offer?

Ans. Marion Elementary participates in Allen ISD's UIL academic competition program and the Foundation for Allen Schools' enrichment initiatives.

Q4. How experienced are the teachers at Marion Elementary?

Ans. Marion Elementary has 39 teachers, averaging 10 years of educational experience, with about 6 years at the school specifically. For a campus of 693 students, that team size and experience level give teachers real familiarity with the community they're serving.

Q5. What middle and high schools do Marion Elementary students attend?

Ans. James and Margie Marion Elementary students typically continue to Walter and Lois Curtis Middle School, located about 1.3 miles from campus, then on to Allen High School. The feeder pattern keeps students together in a familiar Allen ISD community through graduation.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2

SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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