Serving 159 students in grades 9-12, Decatur High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 159 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Decatur High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Decatur High School's student population of 159 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
159 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Decatur High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Decatur High School is 0.61, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#816 out of 997 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
13:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
39%
14%
Black
3%
19%
White
49%
59%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
58%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Decatur High School's ranking?
Decatur High School is ranked #816 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Decatur High School?
The graduation rate of Decatur High School is 90%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Decatur High School?
159 students attend Decatur High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Decatur High School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Decatur High School?
Decatur High School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Decatur High School offer ?
Decatur High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Decatur High School part of?
Decatur High School is part of Decatur School District.
School Calendar
View the Decatur High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
First Day of School
July 30, 2024 (Tuesday)
Fall Break: No School
September 23, 2024 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break: No School
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break: No School
April 07, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School
May 23, 2025 (Friday)
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