School Overview
Martensdale Elementary School is a public institution located in Martensdale, Iowa, serving as a key component of the Martensdale-St. Marys Community School District. Dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment, the school focuses on providing a foundational education that emphasizes core academic skills, character development, and student engagement. The school is known for its small-town atmosphere, which allows for close collaboration between staff, students, and the local community to ensure that each child’s educational needs are met in a personalized and nurturing setting.

Beyond the classroom, Martensdale Elementary strives to prepare its students for future success by integrating modern learning strategies with a strong sense of school spirit and pride. The district’s broader mission focuses on academic excellence and holistic growth, ensuring that elementary students have access to the resources and guidance necessary to build a solid base for their secondary education. For families and community members, the school serves as a central hub of activity, maintaining an active online presence through their district website to keep the community informed about school events, curriculum updates, and academic progress.
307
Total Students
21.3
Full-Time Teachers
14.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
24.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Martensdale Elementary School
Demographic Student Count
White279
Hispanic12
Black1
Two or More12
American Indian3
  • White
    279 (90.9%)
  • Hispanic
    12 (3.9%)
  • Two or More
    12 (3.9%)
  • American Indian
    3 (1.0%)
  • Black
    1 (0.3%)
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: Martensdale-St Marys Comm School District
Phone: (641)764-2621
Website: http://www.mstm.us/
Grade Range: Pre-K - 6th
Total Students: 307
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 21.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.4
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 62
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 14
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 37
Kindergarten 48
Grade 1 32
Grade 2 32
Grade 3 34
Grade 4 39
Grade 5 46
Grade 6 39

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Martensdale Elementary School
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten37
Kindergarten48
Grade 132
Grade 232
Grade 334
Grade 439
Grade 546
Grade 639
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Martensdale Elementary School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female14346.6%
Male16453.4%