Linn-Mar High School is a public high school, part of the Linn-Mar Community School District. It serves students in grades 9 through 12 and is located in Marion, Iowa.
Serving 2,229 students in grades 9-12, Linn-mar High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,229 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Linn-mar High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Linn-mar High School's student population of 2,229 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 130 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,229 students
Total Classroom Teachers
130 teachers
Year Founded
1959
Colors
Black, Red
School Calendar
School Rankings
Linn-mar High School 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 Linn-mar High School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#703 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
7%
7%
White
75%
70%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lion
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Linn-mar High School's ranking?
Linn-mar High School is ranked #703 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Linn-mar High School often compared to?
Linn-mar High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John F Kennedy High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Linn-mar High School?
The graduation rate of Linn-mar High School is 92%, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Linn-mar High School?
2,229 students attend Linn-mar High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Linn-mar High School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Linn-mar High School?
Linn-mar High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Linn-mar High School offer ?
Linn-mar High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Linn-mar High School part of?
Linn-mar High School is part of Linn-Mar Comm School District.
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