Longfellow Elementary School serves 254 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 254 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Longfellow Elementary School's student population of 254 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
254 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Longfellow Elementary School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
9%
7%
White
77%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.3%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Longfellow Elementary School?
254 students attend Longfellow Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Longfellow Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Longfellow Elementary School?
Longfellow Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Longfellow Elementary School offer ?
Longfellow Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Longfellow Elementary School part of?
Longfellow Elementary School is part of Marion Independent School District.
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