Mmcru Marcus Elementary School

500 E Fenton St
Marcus, IA 51035
(School attendance zone shown in map)
8/
10
Top 30%
Serving 176 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Mmcru Marcus Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is approximately equal to the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 176 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 6%
  • : Top 30% in IA
  • : 85-89% (Top 10%)
  • : 70-79% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Mmcru Marcus Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:

School Overview

Mmcru Marcus Elementary School's student population of 176 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
176 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Mmcru Marcus Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mmcru Marcus Elementary School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (IA)
#271 out of 1223 schools
(Top 30%)
85-89%
68%
70-79%
70%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
n/a
13%
Black
2%
7%
White
94%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.12
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mmcru Marcus Elementary School's ranking?
Mmcru Marcus Elementary School is ranked #271 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Mmcru Marcus Elementary School?
176 students attend Mmcru Marcus Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Mmcru Marcus Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mmcru Marcus Elementary School?
Mmcru Marcus Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mmcru Marcus Elementary School offer ?
Mmcru Marcus Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mmcru Marcus Elementary School part of?
Mmcru Marcus Elementary School is part of Marcus-Meriden-Cleghorn Community School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 176 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 6%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 85-89% (Top 10%)
  • : 70-79% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

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