For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 176 students in Marcus, IA.
The top-ranked public preschool in Marcus, IA is Mmcru Marcus Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Marcus, IA public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 87% (versus the Iowa public pre school average of 73%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 69% statewide average). Pre schools in Marcus have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Iowa public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Iowa public preschool average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Marcus, IA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mmcru Marcus Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
500 E Fenton St
Marcus, IA 51035
(712) 376-2615
Marcus, IA 51035
(712) 376-2615
Gr: PK-4 | 176 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Marcus, Iowa Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
500 E Fenton St, 500 E Fenton
Marcus, IA 51035
(712) 376-2615
Marcus, IA 51035
(712) 376-2615
Gr: PK-3 | 166 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Marcus, IA?
The top-ranked public preschools in Marcus, IA include Mmcru Marcus Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Marcus?
1 public preschools are located in Marcus.
What is the racial composition of students in Marcus?
Marcus public preschools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Iowa public preschools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
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