ECHO HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Echo Hill Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Linn-Mar Comm School District school district, located in Marion, IA with about 558 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 33 teachers, Echo Hill Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Echo Hill Elementary, located in Marion, Iowa, is a key component of the Linn-Mar Community School District. Serving students in the suburban corridor of the Cedar Rapids area, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and rigorous academic environment. The school emphasizes foundational learning while integrating modern technology and instructional practices designed to prepare students for success in the upper grades of the Linn-Mar district.

Beyond its core academic mission, Echo Hill is known for its strong sense of community and active parent involvement. The school prioritizes a well-rounded education, often offering a variety of extracurricular activities and programs that promote character development and social-emotional growth. By maintaining a focus on inclusivity and student-centered instruction, Echo Hill strives to create a safe, engaging, and collaborative atmosphere for its diverse student body.

For more information, contact Echo Hill Elementary at (319) 730-3560 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.