Serving 225 students in grades 7-12, Martensdale-st Marys Jr-sr 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 62% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is equal to the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 225 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Martensdale-St Marys Jr-Sr High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Martensdale, IA, covering approximately 76.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Martensdale-st Marys Jr-sr High School's student population of 225 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
225 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Martensdale-st Marys Jr-sr High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Martensdale-st Marys Jr-sr High School is 0.13, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#831 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
1%
7%
White
93%
70%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
87.5%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.6%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
School Mascot
Blue Devils
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Martensdale-st Marys Jr-sr High School's ranking?
Martensdale-st Marys Jr-sr High School is ranked #831 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Martensdale-st Marys Jr-sr High School often compared to?
Martensdale-st Marys Jr-sr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Indianola High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Martensdale-st Marys Jr-sr High School?
The graduation rate of Martensdale-st Marys Jr-sr High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Martensdale-st Marys Jr-sr High School?
225 students attend Martensdale-st Marys Jr-sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Martensdale-st Marys Jr-sr High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Martensdale-st Marys Jr-sr High School?
Martensdale-st Marys Jr-sr High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Martensdale-st Marys Jr-sr High School offer ?
Martensdale-st Marys Jr-sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Martensdale-st Marys Jr-sr High School part of?
Martensdale-st Marys Jr-sr High School is part of Martensdale-St Marys Comm School District.
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