For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 321 students in 50144, IA.
The top ranked public high school in 50144, IA is Central Decatur Ms/hs High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 50144 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Iowa public high school average of 60%), and reading proficiency score of 75% (versus the 71% statewide average). High schools in 50144, IA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 50144 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Iowa average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Central Decatur Ms/hs High School, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Iowa or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public high school average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Best 50144, IA Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Central Decatur Ms/hs High 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
| 321 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 50144, IA?
The top ranked public high schools in 50144, IA include Central Decatur Ms/hs High School.
How many public high schools are located in 50144?
1 public high schools are located in 50144.
What is the racial composition of students in 50144?
50144 public high schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public high schools average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
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