Serving 792 students in grades 6-8, Decatur Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 792 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Decatur Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Decatur Middle School's student population of 792 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
792 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Rankings
Decatur Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Decatur Middle School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#746 out of 1285 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
36%
11%
Black
26%
32%
White
33%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Decatur Middle School's ranking?
Decatur Middle School is ranked #746 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Decatur Middle School often compared to?
Decatur Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Austin Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Decatur Middle School?
792 students attend Decatur Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Decatur Middle School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 26% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Decatur Middle School?
Decatur Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Decatur Middle School offer ?
Decatur Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Decatur Middle School part of?
Decatur Middle School is part of Decatur City School District.
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