Best 52625 Iowa Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,311 students in 52625, IA.
The top-ranked public schools in 52625, IA are Central Lee Middle School, Central Lee High School and Central Lee Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 52625 have an average math proficiency score of 73% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 52625, 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 30% (majority Hispanic).

Best 52625, IA Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central Lee Middle School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2642 Highway 218
Donnellson, IA 52625
(319) 835-9510
Gr: 5-8 | 394 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Central Lee High School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2642 Highway 218
Donnellson, IA 52625
(319) 835-9510
Gr: 9-12 | 353 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #33.
Central Lee Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
2642 Highway 218
Donnellson, IA 52625
(319) 835-9510
Gr: PK-4 | 564 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 52625, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in 52625, IA include Central Lee Middle School, Central Lee High School and Central Lee Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 52625?
3 public schools are located in 52625.
What is the racial composition of students in 52625?
52625 public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).

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