Serving 153 students in grades 6-8, East Marshall Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is equal to the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 153 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Marshall Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
East Marshall Middle School's student population of 153 students has declined by 52% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
153 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
East Marshall Middle 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 Middle School is 0.27, 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
#877 out of 1233 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
10%
13%
Black
1%
7%
White
85%
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
28%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Middle School's ranking?
East Marshall Middle School is ranked #877 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend East Marshall Middle School?
153 students attend East Marshall Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of East Marshall Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Marshall Middle School?
East Marshall Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does East Marshall Middle School offer ?
East Marshall Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is East Marshall Middle School part of?
East Marshall Middle School is part of East Marshall Comm School District.
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