Serving 385 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Linn Grove Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is approximately equal to the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 385 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Linn Grove Elementary School serves the eastern part of Marion, IA, covering an area of approximately 29.3 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 6.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Linn Grove Elementary School's student population of 385 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
385 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Linn Grove Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Linn Grove Elementary School is 0.51, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#566 out of 1223 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
70%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
10%
14%
Black
10%
7%
White
68%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Linn Grove Elementary School's ranking?
Linn Grove Elementary School is ranked #566 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Linn Grove Elementary School often compared to?
Linn Grove Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Prairie Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Linn Grove Elementary School?
385 students attend Linn Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Linn Grove Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Linn Grove Elementary School?
Linn Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Linn Grove Elementary School offer ?
Linn Grove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Linn Grove Elementary School part of?
Linn Grove Elementary School is part of Linn-Mar Comm School District.
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