For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 697 students in 50144, IA (there are 1 private school, serving 29 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 50144, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in 50144, IA are North Elementary School and Central Decatur Ms/hs High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 50144 have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the Iowa public school average of 64%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 50144, IA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50144, IA Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
North Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1203 Ne Poplar Street
Leon, IA 50144
(641) 446-4452
Leon, IA 50144
(641) 446-4452
Grades: 3-6
| 172 students
Rank: #22.
Central Decatur Ms/hs High School
Magnet School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1201 Ne Poplar St
Leon, IA 50144
(641) 446-4816
Leon, IA 50144
(641) 446-4816
Grades: 7-12
| 348 students
Rank: n/an/a
South Elementary School
Magnet School
201 Se 6th St
Leon, IA 50144
(641) 446-6521
Leon, IA 50144
(641) 446-6521
Grades: PK-2
| 177 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 50144, IA?
The top ranked public schools in 50144, IA include North Elementary School and Central Decatur Ms/hs High School.
How many public schools are located in 50144?
3 public schools are located in 50144.
What percentage of students in 50144 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 50144 are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 50144?
50144 public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
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