Explore Education Options in Lee County

Lee County, Iowa, offers quality educational opportunities through several school districts known for their academics and community involvement. The county also provides a comprehensive slate of education programs designed to attract and prepare a skilled workforce, from the Fort Madison and Keokuk public school districts to regional career and technical pathways, enabling students to pursue robust K–12 programs, dual enrollment, and vocational training.

Local partnerships with nearby colleges and workforce organizations expand opportunities for college credit, certificates, and apprenticeships that align with Lee County’s core industries. For employers, these options support workforce development, incumbent worker training, and a steady pipeline of talent.

Explore how your family, student, or business can connect with education partners to grow talent locally.

Primary Education

Central Lee Community Schools

Central Lee Community School District, located in Lee County in southeastern Iowa, is a rural district serving approximately 1100 students pre-kindergarten through 12th grades. The district consolidated in 1962 and in 1986 moved all buildings onto our current campus. Two buildings make up the 9-12 high school and the kindergarten through 8th grade school (K-8 building). The K-8 building has two wings: one housing elementary and one housing middle school (6th - 8th grades).

Fort Madison Community Schools

The mission of the Fort Madison Community School District is to ensure all students learn the academic and life skills necessary for personal success and responsible living. We strive to ensure that every student succeeds not only in academics but in every opportunity that we provide. We have opportunities in clubs, activities, athletics and service to the community.

Holy Trinity Catholic

Our mission is to develop the total person spiritually, mentally, socially, and physically to be a successful contributing member of our society in the Catholic tradition. Our students embark on a journey of discovery, growth, and change. We set high expectations because we believe in our students and their ability to succeed. Our goal is to help them grow not just as academic students but also as global citizens and responsible members of their communities.

Keokuk Community Schools

We provide an educational foundation for students. Through this foundation, students are active participants in becoming adaptable critical thinkers, along with achieving the skills necessary for lifetime success. The district covers 47 square miles and serves about 1,690 students pre-k through 12 across five attendance centers and employs more than 300 staff members.

Keokuk Catholic Schools

Keokuk Catholic Schools, also operating as St. Vincent’s School, has proudly served the area for 170 years. The school, with a Roman Catholic affiliation, from preschool through grade five. The mission of Keokuk Catholic Schools is to build a learning community based on the Gospel message of Jesus Christ, Catholic values, and tradition. The school is committed to providing a rigorous academic program that prepares students to lead lives of purpose, achievement, and generosity of spirit.

Keokuk Christian Academy

Kingdom Focused. Christ Centered. Academically Excellent. These principles, in connection with our mission and values, guide all that we do. As we work together—home, church and school we want to live out the truth of God’s word when it states, “A cord of three strands that is not easily broken”. Together, as we are working to spiritually and academically equip our students to serve God and His Kingdom, we look forward to seeing where He will lead them as they grow.

Higher Education Institutions

Southeastern Community College - Keokuk Campus

Dedicated to lifelong learning, Southeastern Community College proudly supports all students who are ready to reach their career and educational goals. Whether you're looking to get a start on your B.A. degree or preparing for a great career, SCC will get you there. We work hard every day to deliver on our mission to provide an excellent learning experience for you so that you can succeed and be the best you can be.