Serving 162 students in grades 5-8, Decatur Middle 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 162 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Decatur Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Decatur, AR, encompassing approximately 49.7 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 4.2 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 7.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Decatur Middle School's student population of 162 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
162 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Decatur Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Decatur Middle School is 0.64, 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
#729 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
43%
15%
Black
2%
19%
White
42%
57%
Hawaiian
5%
1%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.5%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Decatur Middle School's ranking?
Decatur Middle School is ranked #729 out of 989 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Decatur Middle School?
162 students attend Decatur Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Decatur Middle School students are Hispanic, 42% of students are White, 5% of students are Hawaiian, 4% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Decatur Middle School?
Decatur Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Decatur Middle School offer ?
Decatur Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Decatur Middle School part of?
Decatur Middle School is part of Decatur School District.
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