Decatur High Ability Academy serves 103 students in grades 3-6.
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 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 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 103 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Decatur High Ability Academy's student population of 103 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
Total Students
103 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Decatur High Ability Academy is 0.61, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
11%
15%
Black
20%
14%
White
58%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Decatur High Ability Academy?
103 students attend Decatur High Ability Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Decatur High Ability Academy students are White, 20% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Decatur High Ability Academy?
Decatur High Ability Academy has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Decatur High Ability Academy offer ?
Decatur High Ability Academy offers enrollment in grades 3-6
What school district is Decatur High Ability Academy part of?
Decatur High Ability Academy is part of MSD Decatur Township School District.
School Reviews
Review Decatur High Ability Academy. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
Gifted, Honors, and Advanced Tracks: Are They Accessible or Just Advertised?
Learn how to evaluate gifted, honors, and advanced academic programs in public schools, including admission criteria, equity, and the questions every parent should ask.
Algebra Readiness: What Parents Should Ask Before Middle School
Discover how to determine if your child is ready for algebra before middle school, including the questions parents should ask and the skills students need to succeed.
How to Evaluate Reading Instruction in Your Zoned Elementary School
Learn how to evaluate reading instruction in your neighborhood elementary school by recognizing effective literacy practices, asking the right questions, and understanding what quality reading instruction looks like.
