For the 2026-27 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 1,989 students in Marshalltown, IA.
The top-ranked public preschools in Marshalltown, IA are J C Hoglan Elementary School, Franklin Elementary School and Fisher Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Marshalltown, IA public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the Iowa public pre school average of 73%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 69% statewide average). Pre schools in Marshalltown have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public preschool average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Marshalltown, IA (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
J C Hoglan Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2306 S 3rd Ave
Marshalltown, IA 50158
(641) 754-1060
Marshalltown, IA 50158
(641) 754-1060
Gr: PK-4 | 337 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #22.
Franklin Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | 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
Gr: PK-4 | 358 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #33.
Fisher Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2001 S 4th St
Marshalltown, IA 50158
(641) 754-1030
Marshalltown, IA 50158
(641) 754-1030
Gr: PK-4 | 368 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #44.
Woodbury Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8 N 7th Ave
Marshalltown, IA 50158
(641) 754-1080
Marshalltown, IA 50158
(641) 754-1080
Gr: PK-4 | 387 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #55.
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
Gr: PK-4 | 253 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #66.
Anson Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1016 S 3rd Ave
Marshalltown, IA 50158
(641) 754-1020
Marshalltown, IA 50158
(641) 754-1020
Gr: PK-4 | 286 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Marshalltown, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1002 S 3rd Ave
Marshalltown, IA 50158
(641) 754-1090
Marshalltown, IA 50158
(641) 754-1090
Gr: 6-8 | 504 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Marshalltown, IA?
The top-ranked public preschools in Marshalltown, IA include J C Hoglan Elementary School, Franklin Elementary School and Fisher Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Marshalltown?
6 public preschools are located in Marshalltown.
What is the racial composition of students in Marshalltown?
Marshalltown public preschools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public preschools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Which public preschools in Marshalltown are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public preschools in Marshalltown include: Woodbury Elementary School vs. Rogers Elementary School, Rogers Elementary School vs. Woodbury Elementary School, Franklin Elementary School vs. Fisher Elementary School
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