Marshalltown High School is public high school located in Marshalltown, Iowa and is home to 1,600 students in grades 9–12. It is a part of the Marshalltown Community School District. The district, and therefore the high school, serves almost all of Marshalltown, Albion, and Haverhill.
Serving 1,613 students in grades 9-12, Marshalltown High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,613 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Graduation Rate: 81% (Btm 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marshalltown High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Marshalltown High School's student population of 1,613 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 101 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,613 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
101 teachers
Colors
Blue, Red
School Calendar
School Rankings
Marshalltown High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marshalltown High School is 0.58, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1058 out of 1233 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
57%
13%
Black
3%
7%
White
31%
71%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
81%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bobby The Bobcat
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marshalltown High School's ranking?
Marshalltown High School is ranked #1058 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Marshalltown High School often compared to?
Marshalltown High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Marshall Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Marshalltown High School?
The graduation rate of Marshalltown High School is 81%, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Marshalltown High School?
1,613 students attend Marshalltown High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Marshalltown High School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marshalltown High School?
Marshalltown High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Marshalltown High School offer ?
Marshalltown High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Marshalltown High School part of?
Marshalltown High School is part of Marshalltown Comm School District.
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