For the 2026-27 school year, there are 11 public elementary schools serving 4,574 students in 52302, IA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 52302, IA are Echo Hill Elementary School, Hazel Point Intermediate School and Indian Creek Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 52302 have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in 52302, IA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best 52302, IA Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Echo Hill Elementary School
(Math: 90-94% | Reading: 88%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
400 Echo Hill Road
Marion, IA 52302
(319) 730-3560
Marion, IA 52302
(319) 730-3560
Gr: PK-4 | 536 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
Hazel Point Intermediate School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
453 Echo Hill Road
Marion, IA 52302
(319) 200-1600
Marion, IA 52302
(319) 200-1600
Gr: 5-6 | 563 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #33.
Indian Creek Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2900 Indian Creek Rd
Marion, IA 52302
(319) 447-3270
Marion, IA 52302
(319) 447-3270
Gr: K-4 | 354 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #44.
Boulder Peak Intermediate School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3920 35th Avenue
Marion, IA 52302
(319) 200-1700
Marion, IA 52302
(319) 200-1700
Gr: 5-6 | 613 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #55.
Francis Marion Intermediate School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2301 3rd Ave
Marion, IA 52302
(319) 373-4766
Marion, IA 52302
(319) 373-4766
Gr: 3-4 | 320 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Linn Grove Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2301 50th St
Marion, IA 52302
(319) 730-3500
Marion, IA 52302
(319) 730-3500
Gr: PK-4 | 385 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Novak Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
401 29th Avenue
Marion, IA 52302
(319) 447-3300
Marion, IA 52302
(319) 447-3300
Gr: K-4 | 347 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #88.
Wilkins Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2127 27th St
Marion, IA 52302
(319) 447-3380
Marion, IA 52302
(319) 447-3380
Gr: PK-4 | 348 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #99.
Vernon Middle School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1350 4th Avenue
Marion, IA 52302
(319) 377-9401
Marion, IA 52302
(319) 377-9401
Gr: 5-8 | 587 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: n/an/a
2900 8th Ave
Marion, IA 52302
(319) 377-4691
Marion, IA 52302
(319) 377-4691
Gr: PK-2 | 254 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: n/an/a
125 3rd Ave
Marion, IA 52302
(319) 377-4698
Marion, IA 52302
(319) 377-4698
Gr: PK-2 | 267 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
52302, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1400 10th Ave
Marion, IA 52302
(319) 377-0183
Marion, IA 52302
(319) 377-0183
Gr: PK-2 | 168 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 52302, IA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 52302, IA include Echo Hill Elementary School, Hazel Point Intermediate School and Indian Creek Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 52302?
11 public elementary schools are located in 52302.
What is the racial composition of students in 52302?
52302 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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