Central Lee High School is a rural public high school located in Donnellson, Iowa, in Lee County. It is part of the Central Lee Community School District. Central Lee's mascots are the Hawks and Lady Hawks. Central Lee High School draws students from the towns of: Argyle, Montrose, and Donnellson, Iowa.
Serving 318 students in grades 9-12, Central Lee High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 318 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
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Central Lee High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
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Central Lee High School's student population of 318 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
318 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
2025
Colors
White, Black, Gold
School Calendar
Central Lee High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Lee High School is 0.15, 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
#430 out of 1223 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
2%
13%
Black
1%
7%
White
92%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id="school-notes">School Notes- School Mascot: Harold The Hawk
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Central Lee High School's ranking?
Central Lee High School is ranked #430 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Central Lee High School often compared to?
Central Lee High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fort Madison High School, Keokuk High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central Lee High School?
The graduation rate of Central Lee High School is 95%, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Central Lee High School?
318 students attend Central Lee High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Central Lee High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Lee High School?
Central Lee High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Central Lee High School offer ?
Central Lee High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Central Lee High School part of?
Central Lee High School is part of Central Lee Community School District.
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