Serving 228 students in grades 3-4, Carrie Lee Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-4
- Enrollment: 228 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carrie Lee Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Carrie Lee Elementary School's student population of 228 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
228 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers

Students by Grade

School Calendar
School Rankings
Carrie Lee Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carrie Lee Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#256 out of 1233 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
64%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
70%

Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%

Hispanic
7%
13%

Black
1%
7%

White
88%
71%

Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
36%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carrie Lee Elementary School's ranking?
Carrie Lee Elementary School is ranked #256 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Carrie Lee Elementary School?
228 students attend Carrie Lee Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Carrie Lee Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carrie Lee Elementary School?
Carrie Lee Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Carrie Lee Elementary School offer ?
Carrie Lee Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Carrie Lee Elementary School part of?
Carrie Lee Elementary School is part of Decorah Community School District.
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