For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 610 students in Decatur, AR.
The top ranked public schools in Decatur, AR are Decatur Northside Elementary School, Decatur Middle School and Decatur High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Decatur, AR public schools have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in Decatur have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Decatur, AR (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Decatur Northside Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
9083 Mt Olive Rd
Decatur, AR 72722
(479) 752-3981
Decatur, AR 72722
(479) 752-3981
Grades: PK-4
| 265 students
Rank: #22.
Decatur Middle School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1498 Stadium Ave
Decatur, AR 72722
(479) 752-3986
Decatur, AR 72722
(479) 752-3986
Grades: 5-8
| 186 students
Rank: #33.
Decatur High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1498 Stadium Ave
Decatur, AR 72722
(479) 752-3983
Decatur, AR 72722
(479) 752-3983
Grades: 9-12
| 159 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Decatur, AR?
The top ranked public schools in Decatur, AR include Decatur Northside Elementary School, Decatur Middle School and Decatur High School.
How many public schools are located in Decatur, AR?
3 public schools are located in Decatur, AR.
What is the racial composition of students in Decatur, AR?
Decatur, AR public schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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