Longfellow Elementary School serves 297 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 297 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Longfellow Elementary School's student population of 297 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
297 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Longfellow Elementary School is 0.36, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
13%
Black
7%
7%
White
79%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Longfellow Elementary School?
297 students attend Longfellow Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Longfellow Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Longfellow Elementary School?
Longfellow Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Longfellow Elementary School offer ?
Longfellow Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Longfellow Elementary School part of?
Longfellow Elementary School is part of Marion Independent School District.
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