Central Decatur MS/HS High School
Leon, IA
Grades 7 to 12 · 291 students
Public school
South Elementary School
Leon, Iowa · Grades PreK to 2 · Central Decatur Comm School District
Public school
About South Elementary School
South Elementary School is a public school in Leon, Iowa, serving pre-K through grade 2. Federal data for 2024-25 shows 173 students enrolled. There are about 10.3 students for every full-time-equivalent teacher (16.8 teachers in all). It is one of 3 schools in Central Decatur Comm School District. Federal locale data places it in a remote rural area more than 25 miles from an urban area, in Decatur County. Families comparing options will find 3 other schools within 5 miles.
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School facts
| Address | 201 SE 6th St, Leon, IA 50144 |
|---|---|
| Phone | (641) 446-6521 |
| School district | Central Decatur Comm School District |
| Grades | PreK to 2 |
| Students (2024-25) | 173 |
| Teachers (full-time equivalent, 2024-25) | 16.8 |
| Students per teacher | 10.3 |
| Charter school | No |
| School type | Regular |
| Level | Elementary |
| Locale (NCES) | Rural, remote, Decatur County |
Source: NCES Common Core of Data (CCD), 2024-25 public school directory and membership files (NCES school ID 190690000300). Details may have changed since the survey. Schools can update them by claiming this profile.
Nearby schools
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Frequently asked questions
What grades does South Elementary School serve?
South Elementary School serves pre-K through grade 2.
How many students attend South Elementary School?
South Elementary School reported 173 students in 2024-25, according to the NCES Common Core of Data.
What is the student-teacher ratio at South Elementary School?
About 10.3 students per full-time-equivalent teacher, based on 173 students and 16.8 teachers in federal data.
Is South Elementary School a public or charter school?
South Elementary School is a traditional public (non-charter) school.
What school district is South Elementary School in?
South Elementary School is part of Central Decatur Comm School District. See all schools in this district at https://parentschoolreview.com/districts/ia/central-decatur-comm-school-district/
Where is South Elementary School located?
South Elementary School is at 201 SE 6th St, Leon, IA 50144. The phone number is (641) 446-6521.
How many other schools are near South Elementary School?
There are 3 other schools within 5 miles of South Elementary School in our directory.
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