Serving 642 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Central Lee Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 642 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central Lee Elementary School's student population of 642 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
642 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Central Lee Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,221 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Lee Elementary School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.45. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#595 out of 1221 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
68%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
12%
Black
1%
7%
White
95%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Lee Elementary School's ranking?
Central Lee Elementary School is ranked #595 out of 1,221 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Central Lee Elementary School often compared to?
Central Lee Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Elementary School, Richardson Elementary School, Fort Madison Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average).
How many students attend Central Lee Elementary School?
642 students attend Central Lee Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Central Lee Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Lee Elementary School?
Central Lee Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Central Lee Elementary School offer ?
Central Lee Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Lee Elementary School part of?
Central Lee Elementary School is part of Central Lee Comm School District.
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