Serving 284 students in grades 3-4, Francis Marion Intermediate School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-4
- Enrollment: 284 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
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Francis Marion Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
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Francis Marion Intermediate School's student population of 284 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
284 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
Francis Marion Intermediate 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 Francis Marion Intermediate School is 0.37, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#507 out of 1223 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
70%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
13%
Black
5%
7%
White
79%
71%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Francis Marion Intermediate School's ranking?
Francis Marion Intermediate School is ranked #507 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Francis Marion Intermediate School?
284 students attend Francis Marion Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Francis Marion Intermediate School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Francis Marion Intermediate School?
Francis Marion Intermediate School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Francis Marion Intermediate School offer ?
Francis Marion Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Francis Marion Intermediate School part of?
Francis Marion Intermediate School is part of Marion Independent School District.
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