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Marion, IA vs Prairie Village, KS

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Highlights
- Prairie Village spends 13.4% less per student than Marion.
- The Student Teacher Ratio is 8.8% lower in Prairie Village than in Marion. (lower means fewer students in each classroom).
- Prairie Village had 1.8% more residents who had graduated High School compared to Marion
 Marion, IAPrairie Village, KSUnited States
 Expend. per Student  Unlock$13,913$15,905
 Educ. Expend. per Student$11,730  Unlock$13,142
 Instr. Expend. per Student  Unlock$7,166$7,999
 Pupil/Teacher Ratio14.7  Unlock16.23
 Students per Librarian  Unlock4994573
 Students per Counselor365  Unlock530
 Grade School Educ.  Unlock0.5%4.8%
 Some High School Educ.2.4%  Unlock6.3%
 High School Educ.  Unlock98.5%88.9%
 Some College Educ.20.4%  Unlock20.0%
 2 yr College Grad.  Unlock4.3%8.7%
 4 yr College Grad.36.7%  Unlock33.7%
 Masters Grad.  Unlock19.9%9.3%
 Professional Degree1.3%  Unlock2.2%
 Doctorate Degree  Unlock3.1%1.5%
Reviews for Marion    3 Reviews

I've lived in Marion for ~22 years now, and it has its pros (+) and cons (-): + Marion is one of the safest places to live in the country. + The cost of living vs  More

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Over 15 years ago

Marion is clean, affordable and has one of the lowest crime rates in the state. The people here are friendly and helpful. Marion shares a border with Cedar Rapids  More

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Marion is one of the fastest growing communities in Iowa. We have a highly educated workforce, affordable housing, low crime and excellent education. Plus, there is much  More

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Reviews for Prairie Village    2 Reviews

Over 15 years ago

I must admit - I am spoiled! Prairie Village, Kansas is such a wonderful place to live, we call it Perfect Village - and do so proudly! Not only is it a peaceful  More

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Over 17 years ago

Prairie Village is predominately an older community built in the late 50's early 60's. However, over the past few years several modifications, renovations, and  More

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