Central Decatur MS/HS High School vs South Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Iowa, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Decatur MS/HS High School
Leon · Public high · Grades 7–12
291 students
South Elementary School
Leon · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
173 students
| Measure | Central Decatur MS/HS High School Leon, Iowa | South Elementary School Leon, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 63 Top 50% | 51 Top 50% |
| State rank | #263 of 319 | #603 of 654 |
| National rank | #4951 of 16,910 | #24641 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades PK–2 |
| Students | 291 | 173 |
| Enrollment | 291 | 173 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 60.5% | 71.1% |
| Students per teacher | 13.2 | 10.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | – |
| Math proficiency | 62% | – |
| city | Leon | Leon |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Decatur MS/HS High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (63.3 vs 50.8).
- •Central Decatur MS/HS High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (60.5% vs 71.1%).
- •South Elementary School does better on students per teacher (10.8 vs 13.2).
- •Central Decatur MS/HS High School is the larger school with 291 students compared with 173.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Central Decatur MS/HS High School better than South Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Central Decatur MS/HS High School ranks higher (63.3 vs 50.8 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Central Decatur MS/HS High School and South Elementary School?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Leon and Leon in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Decatur MS/HS High School: 291. South Elementary School: 173. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Decatur MS/HS High School and South Elementary School rank in Iowa?
Central Decatur MS/HS High School is 263rd of 319 and South Elementary School is 603rd of 654 among high schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).