Serving 168 students in grades 6-8, Mfl Marmac Middle 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 11:1 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 (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 168 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: MFL MarMac Middle School serves the entire district of Mc Gregor, IA, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 178.7 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 17.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mfl Marmac Middle School's student population of 168 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
168 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mfl Marmac Middle 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 Mfl Marmac Middle 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
#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%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
1%
7%
White
93%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
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
29%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mfl Marmac Middle School's ranking?
Mfl Marmac Middle School is ranked #566 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
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 Mfl Marmac Middle School?
168 students attend Mfl Marmac Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Mfl Marmac Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mfl Marmac Middle School?
Mfl Marmac Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mfl Marmac Middle School offer ?
Mfl Marmac Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mfl Marmac Middle School part of?
Mfl Marmac Middle School is part of MFL Marmac Comm School District.
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