CENTRAL DECATUR MS/HS HIGH SCHOOL

Central Decatur MS/HS High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Central Decatur Comm School District school district, located in Leon, IA with about 297 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 21 teachers, Central Decatur MS/HS High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Central Decatur MS/HS, located in Leon, Iowa, serves as the consolidated secondary education hub for the Central Decatur Community School District. The school provides a combined environment for students in grades 6 through 12, fostering a close-knit academic community typical of rural Iowa school systems. The facility is committed to providing a comprehensive curriculum that balances core academic requirements with extracurricular opportunities, aiming to prepare students for both post-secondary education and the regional workforce.

Beyond standard academics, the school emphasizes student development through a variety of athletic programs, arts, and extracurricular activities, which serve as a focal point for community spirit in the Leon area. As a vital institution in Decatur County, the district focuses on maintaining strong communication between faculty, students, and parents, utilizing their digital platform to coordinate district-wide initiatives and keep the community informed of school events and academic progress.

For more information, contact Central Decatur MS/HS High School at (641) 446-4816 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.