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Best Marshalltown Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 5,099 students in Marshalltown, IA (there are 3 private schools, serving 272 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in Marshalltown, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in Marshalltown, IA are J C Hoglan Elementary School, Franklin Elementary School and Fisher Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Marshalltown, IA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Marshalltown have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in Marshalltown, IA (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
J C Hoglan Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
2306 S 3rd Ave
Marshalltown, IA 50158
(641) 754-1060
Gr: PK-4 | 337 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #22.
Franklin Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1315 W Main St
Marshalltown, IA 50158
(641) 754-1041
Gr: PK-4 | 358 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #33.
Fisher Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
2001 S 4th St
Marshalltown, IA 50158
(641) 754-1030
Gr: PK-4 | 368 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #44.
Woodbury Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
8 N 7th Ave
Marshalltown, IA 50158
(641) 754-1080
Gr: PK-4 | 387 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #55.
B R Miller Middle School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
125 S 11th St
Marshalltown, IA 50158
(641) 754-1110
Gr: 7-8 | 736 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #66.
Marshalltown High School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1602 S 2nd Ave
Marshalltown, IA 50158
(641) 754-1130
Gr: 9-12 | 1,629 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #77.
Rogers Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
406 Summit St
Marshalltown, IA 50158
(641) 754-1070
Gr: PK-4 | 253 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #88.
Lenihan Intermediate School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
212 W Ingledue St
Marshalltown, IA 50158
(641) 754-1160
Gr: 5-6 | 655 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #99.
Anson Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1016 S 3rd Ave
Marshalltown, IA 50158
(641) 754-1020
Gr: PK-4 | 286 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #1010.
Marshalltown Virtual Academy
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1002 South 3rd Avenue
Marshalltown, IA 50158
(641) 754-1000
Gr: 7-12 | 90 students Student-teacher ratio: 90:1 Minority enrollment: 58%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Marshalltown, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in Marshalltown, IA include J C Hoglan Elementary School, Franklin Elementary School and Fisher Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Marshalltown?
10 public schools are located in Marshalltown.
What percentage of students in Marshalltown go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in Marshalltown are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in Marshalltown?
Marshalltown public schools minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Iowa public schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Marshalltown are often viewed compared to one another?

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