Serving 38 students in grades 9-12, Decatur High Developmental ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 46%).
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 38 students
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Decatur High Developmental ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Decatur High Developmental's student population of 38 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
38 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (15-16)
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Decatur High Developmental ranks within the top 20% of all 1,276 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Decatur High Developmental is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#237 out of 1276 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
16%
10%
Black
39%
32%
White
45%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Decatur High Developmental's ranking?
Decatur High Developmental is ranked #237 out of 1,276 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Decatur High Developmental often compared to?
Decatur High Developmentalis often viewed alongside schools like Decatur High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% AL state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Decatur High Developmental?
The graduation rate of Decatur High Developmental is 50%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 89%.
How many students attend Decatur High Developmental?
38 students attend Decatur High Developmental.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Decatur High Developmental students are White, 39% of students are Black, and 16% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Decatur High Developmental offer ?
Decatur High Developmental offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Decatur High Developmental part of?
Decatur High Developmental is part of Decatur City School District.
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