Middle Schools in Central Lee Community School District


Summary:

The Central Lee Community School District in Iowa is home to a single middle school, Central Lee Middle School, which serves grades 6-8. This standout school consistently outperforms the state average on standardized tests and maintains a relatively low chronic absenteeism rate, indicating strong student engagement and a commitment to academic excellence.

Central Lee Middle School is ranked 74th out of 334 Iowa middle schools, placing it in the top 22% statewide. The school's performance on ISASP (Iowa Statewide Assessment of Student Progress) tests is generally above the state average, with several grade levels scoring significantly higher than the Iowa average in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science. Additionally, the school's chronic absenteeism rate of 21.6% in 2023-2024 is lower than the state average, suggesting a favorable learning environment that keeps students motivated to attend regularly.

With a student-teacher ratio of 20.6, Central Lee Middle School provides a relatively small class size, which may contribute to its strong academic performance. The school also serves a diverse student population, with 38.93% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch in 2023-2024. This indicates a commitment to equity and inclusion, ensuring that all students have access to a quality education regardless of their socioeconomic background.

District Detail

 2642 Highway 218
Donnellson, IA 52625

 (319) 835-9510

SchoolDigger Rank:
86th of 313 Iowa districts

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Grades served: PK, KG-12
Students: 1,311

Primary Schools: 1
Middle Schools: 1
High Schools: 1
Alternative Schools: 0
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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Iowa Department of Education.

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