For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 291 students in Leon, IA.
The top-ranked public high school in Leon, IA is Central Decatur Ms/hs High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Leon, IA public high school have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the Iowa public high school average of 65%), and reading proficiency score of 75% (versus the 71% statewide average). High schools in Leon have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public high schools.
Leon, IA public high school have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the Iowa average of 87%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Central Decatur Ms/hs High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Iowa or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public high school average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Leon, IA (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central Decatur Ms/hs High School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1201 Ne Poplar St
Leon, IA 50144
(641) 446-4816
Leon, IA 50144
(641) 446-4816
Gr: 7-12 | 291 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Leon, IA?
The top-ranked public high schools in Leon, IA include Central Decatur Ms/hs High School.
How many public high schools are located in Leon?
1 public high schools are located in Leon.
What is the racial composition of students in Leon?
Leon public high schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public high schools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
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