For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 580 students in Martensdale, IA.
The top ranked public schools in Martensdale, IA are Martensdale Elementary School and Martensdale-st Marys Jr-sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Martensdale, IA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the Iowa public school average of 64%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Martensdale have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Martensdale, IA (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Martensdale Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
390 Burlington
Martensdale, IA 50160
(641) 764-2621
Martensdale, IA 50160
(641) 764-2621
Grades: PK-6
| 305 students
Rank: #22.
Martensdale-st Marys Jr-sr High School
Magnet School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
390 Burlington
Martensdale, IA 50160
(641) 764-2486
Martensdale, IA 50160
(641) 764-2486
Grades: 7-12
| 275 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Martensdale, IA?
The top ranked public schools in Martensdale, IA include Martensdale Elementary School and Martensdale-st Marys Jr-sr High School.
How many public schools are located in Martensdale?
2 public schools are located in Martensdale.
What is the racial composition of students in Martensdale?
Martensdale public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
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