Serving 672 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, 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 17:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 672 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central Lee Elementary School's student population of 672 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
672 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
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 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#898 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
13%
Black
1%
7%
White
96%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
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 schools are Central Lee Elementary School often compared to?
Central Lee Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Elementary School, Fort Madison Middle School by visitors of our site.
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?
672 students attend Central Lee Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Central Lee Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Lee Elementary School?
Central Lee Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, 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-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Central Lee Elementary School part of?
Central Lee Elementary School is part of Central Lee Community School District.
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