For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 1,986 students in Marshalltown, IA.
The top ranked public preschools 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 preschools have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the Iowa public pre school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 69% statewide average). Pre schools in Marshalltown have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public preschool average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Marshalltown, IA (2025)
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
| 335 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
| 375 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
| 361 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
| 382 students
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
Grades: PK-4
| 245 students
Rank: #66.
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
| 288 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 preschools in Marshalltown, IA?
The top ranked public preschools in Marshalltown, IA include J C Hoglan Elementary School, Fisher Elementary School and Franklin 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 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public preschools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Which public preschools in Marshalltown are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public preschools in Marshalltown include: Franklin Elementary School vs. Fisher Elementary School, Woodbury Elementary School vs. Rogers Elementary School, Rogers Elementary School vs. Woodbury Elementary School
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