Central Lee High School

Central Lee High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
2642 Highway 218,  Donnellson, IA
Central Lee Community School District
4.0
3.8
318 Students
B+
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Average SAT Score
1290
Average ACT Score
24
Math Proficiency
65%
Reading Proficiency
78%
Average GPA
3.47
Graduation Rate
95%

Niche Grade

B+
Academics
A
Teachers
C+
College Prep
B
Administration
C
Resources/Facilities
C+
Clubs and Activities
B-
Sports
C
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.47
Reading Proficiency
78%
Math Proficiency
65%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers
24
Full Time Teachers
24
Teachers in First or Second Year
9.9%
College Prep
Average SAT
1290
Math
630
Verbal
670
Average ACT
24
Math
24
English
23
Reading
25
Science
24
Number of AP Courses
3
AP Pass Rate
100%
AP Math Enrollment
Average
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very High
Boys Athletic Participation
Very High

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
77.5%
Science
75.6%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
320:1

Student Diversity

Male
50.3%
Female
49.7%
White
93.9%
Two or more races
2.1%
Hispanic
1.8%
Black
1.2%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Iowa 102 Students
Iowa State University 76 Students
University of Northern Iowa 73 Students
Southeastern Community College - Iowa 67 Students
Kirkwood Community College 35 Students
Central College 27 Students
Coe College 27 Students
Mount Mercy Campus of St. Ambrose University 21 Students
Simpson College 15 Students
St. Ambrose University 15 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 16 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 16 Students
Elementary Education 15 Students
Psychology 13 Students
Business 12 Students
Biology 12 Students
Physical Therapy 8 Students
Veterinary Sciences 8 Students
Accounting 7 Students
Veterinary Technician and Assistant 7 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.0 15 Reviews
5.0 Senior
12/29/2019
Central Lee High School is interested in the students best interests more than anything. All the way through, teachers and faculty constantly help and guide the students time and time again. Being a small school, the teachers know their students very well and know how to teach individuals.
4.0 NicheUser
10/1/2015
Overall, the building is in good condition, there are a few flaws but nothing too terrible.
3.0 NicheUser
9/20/2013
It's a small town, so safety really isn't an issue. There is so few times when safety is threatened, but when it is there are cameras and message alerts put in place.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.8 4 Reviews
4.0 student
4/2/2024
Central Lee has been my home school since elementary, even after moving i always come back here. The staff are, for the most part, wonderful with a few in there who could probably do with some extra help here and there to deal with larger classes. As for the social culture, Bullying is a pretty big...
5.0 parent
7/18/2022
Passionate administrators, caring and empathetic teachers, first class teacher's aids and much more contribute to a great student culture. Appreciate the focused approach (leader in me curriculum) to teaching students social and emotional intelligence.
5.0 parent
12/3/2021
Central Lee High School is by far the best school in the Tri-State area. Great staff, great facilities, and great students.
1.0 student
3/3/2012
this school is so horrible. i wish they can inprove, this school is known for bulling

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Central Lee High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Donnellson, IA and is served by the Central Lee Community School District in Iowa. The school has a total enrollment of 318 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 13:1. Academic records show that 65% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 78% are proficient in reading. Central Lee High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.47, the graduation rate is 95%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1290 and an ACT score of 24. Discover additional schools in the area, like Holy Trinity Junior/Senior Catholic High School, Keokuk Christian Academy, Notre Dame High School, and more. Learn more about what Donnellson has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Central Lee High School.

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