Serving 157 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 top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). 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 14:1 is equal to the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 157 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: East Marshall Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Gilman, IA, covering approximately 162.3 square miles. The zone is designed for easy access, typically taking 15-20 minutes to drive to the school, with an average distance of 8.7 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 12.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Marshall Middle School's student population of 157 students has declined by 49% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
157 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
East Marshall Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Marshall Middle School is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#661 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2006–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Hispanic
13%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Black
1%
7%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 24-year historical data
White
81%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.4%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Marshall Middle School's ranking?
East Marshall Middle School is ranked #661 out of 1,223 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?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% 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?
157 students attend East Marshall Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of East Marshall Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 3% 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 14:1, which is equal to 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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