Serving 564 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Central Lee Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 564 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Central Lee Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Donnellson, IA, covering approximately 208.5 square miles. Families typically reside within a 15-20 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 8.7 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point reaching 14.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central Lee Elementary School's student population of 564 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
564 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Central Lee Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,223 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 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#898 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2009–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Hispanic
2%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
2%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 22-year historical data
White
95%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.5%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #898 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Central Lee Elementary School?
564 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 Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Lee Elementary School?
Central Lee Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, 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-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
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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