Serving 337 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, J C Hoglan Elementary 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 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 337 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
J C Hoglan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
J C Hoglan Elementary School's student population of 337 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
337 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
J C Hoglan Elementary 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 J C Hoglan Elementary School is 0.71, which is more 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%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
14%
3%
Hispanic
42%
14%
Black
6%
7%
White
31%
70%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J C Hoglan Elementary School's ranking?
J C Hoglan Elementary School is ranked #566 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are J C Hoglan Elementary School often compared to?
J C Hoglan Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rogers Elementary School, Fisher Elementary School, Lenihan Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
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 J C Hoglan Elementary School?
337 students attend J C Hoglan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of J C Hoglan Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J C Hoglan Elementary School?
J C Hoglan Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does J C Hoglan Elementary School offer ?
J C Hoglan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is J C Hoglan Elementary School part of?
J C Hoglan Elementary School is part of Marshalltown Comm School District.
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