Serving 235 students in grades 9-12, East Marshall Senior High 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 55-59% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 235 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Marshall Senior High School's student population of 235 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
235 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Mascot
Mustangs
School Rankings
East Marshall Senior High 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 Senior High School is 0.24, 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
#706 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
7%
13%
Black
1%
7%
White
87%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mustangs
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Marshall Senior High School's ranking?
East Marshall Senior High School is ranked #706 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are East Marshall Senior High School often compared to?
East Marshall Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marshalltown High School, West Marshall High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Marshall Senior High School?
The graduation rate of East Marshall Senior High School is 90%, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend East Marshall Senior High School?
235 students attend East Marshall Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of East Marshall Senior High School students are White, 7% 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 Senior High School?
East Marshall Senior High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does East Marshall Senior High School offer ?
East Marshall Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is East Marshall Senior High School part of?
East Marshall Senior High School is part of East Marshall Comm School District.
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