Serving 348 students in grades 7-12, Central Decatur Ms/hs High 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 57% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher 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 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 348 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Decatur Ms/hs High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Central Decatur Ms/hs High School's student population of 348 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
348 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Central Decatur Ms/hs High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Decatur Ms/hs High School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#708 out of 1233 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
13%
Black
1%
7%
White
94%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Decatur Ms/hs High School's ranking?
Central Decatur Ms/hs High School is ranked #708 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Central Decatur Ms/hs High School often compared to?
Central Decatur Ms/hs High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nodaway Valley High School, Lamoni High School, Winterset Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central Decatur Ms/hs High School?
The graduation rate of Central Decatur Ms/hs High School is 90%, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Central Decatur Ms/hs High School?
348 students attend Central Decatur Ms/hs High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Central Decatur Ms/hs High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Decatur Ms/hs High School?
Central Decatur Ms/hs High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Central Decatur Ms/hs High School offer ?
Central Decatur Ms/hs High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Decatur Ms/hs High School part of?
Central Decatur Ms/hs High School is part of Central Decatur Comm School District.
School Reviews
5 11/4/2007
we have many academic ratings in our school. Every single student is in at least one or more academic program. I have never met a student that had been held back for bad grades.
There are so many people in music, arts and sports. The students here are very athletic in many ways. If the students are not passing they will be excused from the team. The music is the part what keeps our school together. The band and chorus directors are awsome!
The high school team for basketball went to state in 2006. We also had the baseball team and softball team go to state as well. We have geography bees held every single year. Last year Austin Hall a seventh grader currently won.
The facility is very good. The teachers work very hard to keep us safe.
The parents are involved with so much. They help with the dances and school activities. We involve the parents as much as we can. The parents give so much to the school.
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