Parkview Elementary School serves 267 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 76%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 71%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 267 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84%
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79%
- Attendance Zone: Starry Elementary School serves a central area in Marion, IA, encompassing approximately 2.5 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Parkview Elementary School's student population of 267 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
267 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
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School Rankings
The diversity score of Parkview Elementary School is 0.45, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)80-84%
76%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)75-79%
71%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
7%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
73%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
12%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.7%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 76% IA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 71% IA state average).
How many students attend Parkview Elementary School?
267 students attend Parkview Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Parkview Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Parkview Elementary School?
Parkview Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Parkview Elementary School offer ?
Parkview Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Parkview Elementary School part of?
Parkview Elementary School is part of Marion Independent School District.
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