It is part of the Marlin Independent School District located in central Falls County.

[1] In 2015, the school was rated "Met Standard" by the Texas Education Agency.

[2] In early 2023 the school had 33 12th grade students in its standard program.

[3] The Marlin Bulldogs compete in cross country, volleyball, football, basketball, golf, track, softball, and baseball[4] The Bulldogs started 1-5-1, 1-2 but were able to win their last three against Hearne, Academy, and McGregor.

[5][6] The Marlin Bulldogs made the playoffs for the second straight year, but were eliminated by Harmony, 9–7.