Serving 78 students in grades 7-12, Marshalltown Virtual Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 39:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 78 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 39:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Graduation Rate: 40-59% (Btm 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class="so-dt-title" id="top-rankings">Top Rankings
Marshalltown Virtual Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
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Marshalltown Virtual Academy's student population of 78 students has declined by 48% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
78 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Marshalltown Virtual Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marshalltown Virtual Academy is 0.64, which is more 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
#1158 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
39:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
43%
13%
Black
1%
7%
White
42%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-59%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Marshalltown Virtual Academy's ranking?
Marshalltown Virtual Academy is ranked #1158 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Marshalltown Virtual Academy?
The graduation rate of Marshalltown Virtual Academy is 40-59%, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Marshalltown Virtual Academy?
78 students attend Marshalltown Virtual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Marshalltown Virtual Academy students are Hispanic, 42% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marshalltown Virtual Academy?
Marshalltown Virtual Academy has a student ration of 39:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Marshalltown Virtual Academy offer ?
Marshalltown Virtual Academy offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Marshalltown Virtual Academy part of?
Marshalltown Virtual Academy is part of Marshalltown Community School District.
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