Serving 215 students in grades 3-4, Carrie Lee Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-4
- Enrollment: 215 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Carrie Lee Elementary serves the southeastern part of Decorah, IA, covering an area of approximately 172.7 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 16.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carrie Lee Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Carrie Lee Elementary School's student population of 215 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
215 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Learning · Thriving · Creating Our Legacy
School Rankings
Carrie Lee Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carrie Lee Elementary School is 0.23, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#217 out of 1223 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
7%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
87%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.4%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carrie Lee Elementary School's ranking?
Carrie Lee Elementary School is ranked #217 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Carrie Lee Elementary School?
215 students attend Carrie Lee Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Carrie Lee Elementary School students are White, 10% 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 Carrie Lee Elementary School?
Carrie Lee Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Carrie Lee Elementary School offer ?
Carrie Lee Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Carrie Lee Elementary School part of?
Carrie Lee Elementary School is part of Decorah Community School District.
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