School Overview
Martensdale-St. Marys Jr-Sr High School, located in the rural community of Martensdale, Iowa, serves as the educational hub for the district’s secondary students. As a smaller, close-knit school, it focuses on providing a personalized learning environment where students in grades 7 through 12 benefit from smaller class sizes and strong relationships with faculty. The district emphasizes a well-rounded educational experience that balances core academic rigor with opportunities for student growth in extracurricular activities, athletics, and community involvement.

The school operates with a mission to prepare students for post-secondary success, whether that involves higher education, vocational training, or entering the workforce. By utilizing its small-town setting to foster a supportive and inclusive culture, Martensdale-St. Marys encourages student participation in a variety of programs that build leadership and character. For families and community members, the school serves as a central pillar, committed to maintaining high standards of academic achievement while ensuring that every student has access to the resources needed to reach their individual potential.
275
Total Students
19.7
Full-Time Teachers
14.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
21.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Martensdale-St Marys Jr-Sr High School
Demographic Student Count
White253
Hispanic13
Black5
Two or More3
  • White
    253 (92.3 %)
  • Hispanic
    13 (4.7 %)
  • Black
    5 (1.8 %)
  • Two or More
    3 (1.1 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Martensdale-St Marys Comm School District
Phone: (641)764-2486
Website: http://www.mstm.us/
Grade Range: 7th - 12th
Total Students: 275
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 19.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 48
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 12
Grades Taught
Grade 7 53
Grade 8 37
Grade 9 45
Grade 10 35
Grade 11 62
Grade 12 43

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Martensdale-St Marys Jr-Sr High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 753
Grade 837
Grade 945
Grade 1035
Grade 1162
Grade 1243
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Martensdale-St Marys Jr-Sr High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female13649.5%
Male13850.2%
Not Specified10.3%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)