Decatur Middle School
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 185 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Decatur Middle School's ranking?
Decatur Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for: Most improved public schools (Top 5%), Most diverse schools (Top 5%), Largest percent of students eligible for free lunch (Top 1%), Largest student body (number of students) (Top 10%) and Lowest student:teacher ratio (Top 20%).
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% AR state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% AR state average).
How many students attend Decatur Middle School?
185 students attend Decatur Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Decatur Middle School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hawaiian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Decatur Middle School?
Decatur Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Decatur Middle School offer ?
Decatur Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Decatur Middle School part of?
Decatur Middle School is part of Decatur School District.
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