Below Average
#1080 of 1,280 schools in IA
Linn Grove Elementary School
Elementary School · Linn-Mar Comm School District
2301 50th St, Marion, IA 52302
Enrollment
399
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
399
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Iowa schools
#1,080 of 1,280
In Marion
#15 of 15
public schools
In district
#12 of 12
Linn-Mar Comm School District
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Linn Grove Elementary School
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About Linn Grove Elementary School
Linn Grove Elementary School is a public elementary school in Marion, IA, part of Linn-Mar Comm School District. Linn Grove Elementary School serves approximately 399 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Linn Grove Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,080 of 1,280 schools in IA.
Structured state assessment records for Linn Grove Elementary School show 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 6.7
- IA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Linn Grove Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Linn Grove Elementary School — Students at Linn Grove Elementary School score 67% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 71%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
43.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IA ISASP (2024-25)
Based on 32 test records from IA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.2/10.
How Linn Grove Elementary School Compares
See how Linn Grove Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2301 50th St, Marion, IA 52302
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Linn Grove Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Echo Hill Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 3.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Novak Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Indian Creek Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Marion, see our Marion schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Boulder Peak Intermediate School Marion | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Wilkins Elementary School Marion | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Longfellow Elementary Marion | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Francis Marion Intermediate School Marion | 2.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Indian Creek Elementary School Marion | 2.0 mi | 7.4 |
| ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Marion | 2.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Vernon Middle School Marion | 2.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Linn-Mar High School Marion | 2.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Marion High School Marion | 2.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Excelsior Middle School Marion | 2.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Starry Elementary School Marion | 2.5 mi | 4.7 |
| Novak Elementary School Marion | 2.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Hazel Point Intermediate School Marion | 3.5 mi | 8.7 |
| Echo Hill Elementary Marion | 3.6 mi | 8.5 |
| Oak Ridge Middle School Marion | 3.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Bowman Woods Elementary School Cedar Rapids | 3.8 mi | 6.1 |
| CEDAR VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Cedar Rapids | 4.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Erskine Elementary School Cedar Rapids | 5.5 mi | 5.0 |
| George Washington High School Cedar Rapids | 5.2 mi | 4.0 |
| Kenwood Leadership Academy School Cedar Rapids | 4.9 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 52302 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$87,463
Median Home Value
$232,900
Median Rent
$963/mo
Population
42,732
College Educated
39.1%
Homeownership
77.5%
Avg Commute
19.1 min
Poverty Rate
7.2%
Median Age
40.7
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|---|---|
| Camanche Elementary Camanche, IA | 4.5 |
| East Sac County Elementary Sac City, IA | 4.5 |
| Harlan Intermediate School Harlan, IA | 4.5 |
| Highland Elementary School Riverside, IA | 4.5 |
| Kenwood Leadership Academy School Cedar Rapids, IA | 4.5 |
| ST LUKE THE EVANGELIST CATHOLIC SCHOOL Ankeny, IA | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Linn Grove Elementary School
What grades does Linn Grove Elementary School serve?
Linn Grove Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Linn Grove Elementary School?
Linn Grove Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 399 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Linn Grove Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Linn Grove Elementary School is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Linn Grove Elementary School rank in IA?
Linn Grove Elementary School ranks #1,080 of 1,280 schools in IA.
What is Linn Grove Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Linn Grove Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Linn Grove Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Linn Grove Elementary School has 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Linn Grove Elementary School a charter school?
No, Linn Grove Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Linn Grove Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Linn Grove Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Linn Grove Elementary School?
43.4% of students at Linn Grove Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 399
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 43.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Linn County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.8%
- Phone
- (319) 730-3500
Resources & Links
District
Linn-Mar Comm School District- District Enrollment
- 7,536
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,966
- District Rank
- #12 of 12
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