Serving 284 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, East Marshall Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 284 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Marshall Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
East Marshall Elementary School's student population of 284 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
284 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
East Marshall Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Marshall Elementary School is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#650 out of 1233 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
70%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
12%
13%
Black
n/a
7%
White
86%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Marshall Elementary School's ranking?
East Marshall Elementary School is ranked #650 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are East Marshall Elementary School often compared to?
East Marshall Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sioux Central Elementary School, Newell-fonda Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend East Marshall Elementary School?
284 students attend East Marshall Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of East Marshall Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Marshall Elementary School?
East Marshall Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does East Marshall Elementary School offer ?
East Marshall Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is East Marshall Elementary School part of?
East Marshall Elementary School is part of East Marshall Comm School District.
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