Serving 1,092 students in grades 7-8, Decatur Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 1,092 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Decatur Middle School's student population of 1,092 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
1,092 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Decatur Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,755 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Decatur Middle School is 0.61, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1524 out of 1755 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
14%
14%
Black
20%
13%
White
58%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Decatur Middle School's ranking?
Decatur Middle School is ranked #1524 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Decatur Middle School often compared to?
Decatur Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Paul Hadley Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
How many students attend Decatur Middle School?
1,092 students attend Decatur Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Decatur Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Decatur Middle School?
Decatur Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Decatur Middle School offer ?
Decatur Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Decatur Middle School part of?
Decatur Middle School is part of MSD Decatur Township School District.
In what neighborhood is Decatur Middle School located?
Decatur Middle School is located in the Decatur neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 8 other public schools located in Decatur.
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