For the 2024 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 5,024 students in Marshalltown, IA (there are 3 private schools, serving 272 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in Marshalltown, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in Marshalltown, IA are J C Hoglan Elementary School, Fisher Elementary School and Franklin Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Marshalltown, IA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Iowa public school average of 64%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Marshalltown have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public school average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Marshalltown, IA (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
J C Hoglan Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2306 S 3rd Ave
Marshalltown, IA 50158
(641) 754-1060
Marshalltown, IA 50158
(641) 754-1060
Grades: PK-4
| 284 students
Rank: #22.
Fisher Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2001 S 4th St
Marshalltown, IA 50158
(641) 754-1030
Marshalltown, IA 50158
(641) 754-1030
Grades: PK-4
| 361 students
Rank: #33.
Franklin Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1315 W Main St
Marshalltown, IA 50158
(641) 754-1041
Marshalltown, IA 50158
(641) 754-1041
Grades: PK-4
| 350 students
Rank: #44.
Woodbury Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8 N 7th Ave
Marshalltown, IA 50158
(641) 754-1080
Marshalltown, IA 50158
(641) 754-1080
Grades: PK-4
| 354 students
Rank: #55.
B R Miller Middle School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
125 S 11th St
Marshalltown, IA 50158
(641) 754-1110
Marshalltown, IA 50158
(641) 754-1110
Grades: 7-8
| 814 students
Rank: #66.
Rogers Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
406 Summit St
Marshalltown, IA 50158
(641) 754-1070
Marshalltown, IA 50158
(641) 754-1070
Grades: PK-4
| 253 students
Rank: #77.
Marshalltown High School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1602 S 2nd Ave
Marshalltown, IA 50158
(641) 754-1130
Marshalltown, IA 50158
(641) 754-1130
Grades: 9-12
| 1,513 students
Rank: #88.
Anson Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1016 S 3rd Ave
Marshalltown, IA 50158
(641) 754-1020
Marshalltown, IA 50158
(641) 754-1020
Grades: PK-4
| 261 students
Rank: #99.
Lenihan Intermediate School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
212 W Ingledue St
Marshalltown, IA 50158
(641) 754-1160
Marshalltown, IA 50158
(641) 754-1160
Grades: 5-6
| 684 students
Rank: #1010.
Marshalltown Virtual Academy
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1002 South 3rd Avenue
Marshalltown, IA 50158
(641) 754-1000
Marshalltown, IA 50158
(641) 754-1000
Grades: PK-12
| 150 students
Marshalltown, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1002 S 3rd Ave
Marshalltown, IA 50158
(641) 754-1090
Marshalltown, IA 50158
(641) 754-1090
Grades: 6-8
| 504 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Marshalltown, IA?
The top ranked public schools in Marshalltown, IA include J C Hoglan Elementary School, Fisher Elementary School and Franklin Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Marshalltown, IA?
10 public schools are located in Marshalltown, IA.
What percentage of students in Marshalltown, IA go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in Marshalltown, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in Marshalltown, IA?
Marshalltown, IA public schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public schools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
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