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Lenihan Intermediate School

212 W Ingledue St
Marshalltown, IA 50158
(School attendance zone shown in map)
2/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 667 students in grades 5-6, Lenihan Intermediate School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 5-6
  • Enrollment: 667 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 70%
  • : Bottom 50% in IA
  • : 57% (Btm 50%)
  • : 45% (Btm 50%)
  • : 35% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Lenihan Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:

School Overview

Lenihan Intermediate School's student population of 667 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
667 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026

School Rankings

Lenihan Intermediate 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 Lenihan Intermediate School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (IA)
#1095 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
57%
68%
45%
70%
35%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
52%
13%
Black
4%
7%
White
30%
71%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.64
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
5%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lenihan Intermediate School's ranking?
Lenihan Intermediate School is ranked #1095 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Lenihan Intermediate School often compared to?
Lenihan Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marshalltown High School, Anson Elementary School, J C Hoglan Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Lenihan Intermediate School?
667 students attend Lenihan Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Lenihan Intermediate School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lenihan Intermediate School?
Lenihan Intermediate School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lenihan Intermediate School offer ?
Lenihan Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lenihan Intermediate School part of?
Lenihan Intermediate School is part of Marshalltown Community School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 5-6
  • Enrollment: 667 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 70%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 57% (Btm 50%)
  • : 45% (Btm 50%)
  • : 35% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

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