Summary:
The 52625 zip code is home to a single middle school, Central Lee Middle School, which serves students in grades 5-8 within the Central Lee Community School District. While the school has seen fluctuations in its statewide ranking, it has demonstrated both strengths and areas for improvement in its academic performance.
Central Lee Middle School's statewide ranking has ranged from 74th out of 334 Iowa middle schools in 2022-2023 to 167th out of 344 in 2024-2025, indicating inconsistent performance. The school's ISASP test results are also mixed, with 8th-grade students outperforming the state average in English Language Arts and Science, while 5th-grade students underperformed in those subjects. Additionally, the school has a relatively high percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch at 38.93%, suggesting the need to address socioeconomic factors that may impact student outcomes.
Despite these challenges, Central Lee Middle School also has areas of strength, such as its 8th-grade performance in certain subjects. By focusing on targeted interventions and a more consistent approach to improving academic achievement, the school could potentially address its fluctuating performance and uneven results across grade levels and subjects. Continued monitoring and a data-driven approach to addressing the school's unique needs could help ensure that all students at Central Lee Middle School receive a high-quality education.
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