For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 384 students in Marcus, IA.
The top ranked public schools in Marcus, IA are Mmcru Marcus Elementary School and Mmcru High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Marcus, IA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 73% (versus the Iowa public school average of 64%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Marcus have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools in Marcus, IA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mmcru Marcus Elementary School
(Math: ≥90% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
500 E Fenton St
Marcus, IA 51035
(712) 376-2615
Marcus, IA 51035
(712) 376-2615
Grades: PK-4
| 176 students
Rank: #22.
Mmcru High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
400 Highland Drive
Marcus, IA 51035
(712) 376-4172
Marcus, IA 51035
(712) 376-4172
Grades: 9-12
| 208 students
Marcus, Iowa ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
500 E Fenton St, 500 E Fenton
Marcus, IA 51035
(712) 376-2615
Marcus, IA 51035
(712) 376-2615
Grades: PK-3
| 166 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Marcus, IA?
The top ranked public schools in Marcus, IA include Mmcru Marcus Elementary School and Mmcru High School.
How many public schools are located in Marcus?
2 public schools are located in Marcus.
What is the racial composition of students in Marcus?
Marcus public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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