Serving 399 students in grades 6-12, Decatur Jr Sr High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 399 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Decatur High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Decatur school district, covering approximately 81.3 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive to the school of 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 7.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Decatur Jr Sr High School's student population of 399 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
399 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
With the cooperation of faculty, staff, parents, and community, all students will achieve the academic and social skills necessary to be life-long learners and productive members of society.
School Rankings
Decatur Jr Sr High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Decatur Jr Sr High School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2361 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
23%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
69%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
80-89%
81.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.8%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Raiders colors
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Decatur Jr Sr High School's ranking?
Decatur Jr Sr High School is ranked #2361 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Decatur Jr Sr High School often compared to?
Decatur Jr Sr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Haven High School, Lawrence Jrsr High School, Gobles High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Decatur Jr Sr High School?
The graduation rate of Decatur Jr Sr High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend Decatur Jr Sr High School?
399 students attend Decatur Jr Sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Decatur Jr Sr High School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Decatur Jr Sr High School?
Decatur Jr Sr High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Decatur Jr Sr High School offer ?
Decatur Jr Sr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Decatur Jr Sr High School part of?
Decatur Jr Sr High School is part of Decatur School District.
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