Decorah Community School District


Summary:

The Decorah Community School District in Iowa is home to 5 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. The district is known for its exceptional academic performance, with multiple schools ranking among the top in the state.

Decorah High School stands out as an exceptional school, consistently ranking among the top 7 high schools in Iowa and earning a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school's academic performance is exemplary, with 88-95% of students scoring proficient or better on state assessments. Decorah Middle School is another high-performing school, ranking among the top 18 middle schools in the state and maintaining a 5-star rating. Carrie Lee Elementary is the third standout school, ranking among the top 95 elementary schools in Iowa and earning a 4-star rating.

The district's schools demonstrate strong academic outcomes, with 72-93% of students scoring proficient or better on state tests. However, the free/reduced lunch rates vary across the schools, ranging from 21.5% at Decorah High School to 30.8% at Carrie Lee Elementary. The district's spending per student also varies, from $13,267 to $15,163, with the highest spending at Decorah High School. The student-teacher ratios range from 12.4 to 15.2, with the lowest ratio at Carrie Lee Elementary.

District Detail

 510 Winnebago Street
Decorah, IA 52101

 (563) 382-4208

SchoolDigger Rank:
13th of 309 Iowa districts

See the 2024 Iowa District rankings!
Grades served: PK, KG-12
Students: 1,589

Primary Schools: 3
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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