Francis Marion Intermediate School

School Overview
Francis Marion Intermediate School, located in Marion, Iowa, serves as a key educational facility within the Marion Independent School District. The school is dedicated to bridging the gap between elementary and middle school years, focusing on the unique developmental needs of students in the intermediate grades. By fostering a supportive and engaging environment, the school emphasizes both academic growth and social-emotional development, aiming to prepare students for the academic rigors they will encounter as they progress toward secondary education.

The school's philosophy is rooted in the broader goals of the Marion Independent School District, which prioritizes student-centered learning, community collaboration, and the integration of modern instructional techniques. Through its curriculum and extracurricular offerings, Francis Marion Intermediate strives to cultivate a sense of curiosity, responsibility, and inclusivity among its student body. By maintaining strong lines of communication with families and leveraging local resources, the school creates a cohesive community where students are encouraged to achieve their personal best in a safe and structured setting.
320
Total Students
24.9
Full-Time Teachers
12.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
50.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Francis Marion Intermediate School
Demographic Student Count
White250
Hispanic14
Black22
Asian2
Two or More32
  • White
    250 (78.1%)
  • Two or More
    32 (10.0%)
  • Black
    22 (6.9%)
  • Hispanic
    14 (4.4%)
  • Asian
    2 (0.6%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Marion Independent School District
Phone: (319)373-4766
Website: http://www.marion-isd.org
Grade Range: 3rd - 4th
Total Students: 320
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 24.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.9
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 135
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 25
Grades Taught
Grade 3 163
Grade 4 157

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Francis Marion Intermediate School
Grade Student Count
Grade 3163
Grade 4157
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Francis Marion Intermediate School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female17554.7%
Male14545.3%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)