Decatur Twp School For Excellence ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤10% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 43%).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Graduation Rate: 75-79%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10%
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29%
- Science Proficiency: ≤10%
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Decatur Twp School for Excellence encompasses the entire school district in Indianapolis, IN, covering approximately 32.2 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students (21-22)
4 students
Showing 2013–2022. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (20-21)
18 teachers
Showing 2012–2021. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤10%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-29%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤10%
38%
Hispanic
(21-22)25%
14%
White
(21-22)75%
65%
Showing 2013–2022. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
(17-18)75-79%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch (20-21)
56%
42%
Showing 2012–2021. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Decatur Twp School For Excellence?
The graduation rate of Decatur Twp School For Excellence is 75-79%, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 86%.
How many students attend Decatur Twp School For Excellence?
4 students attend Decatur Twp School For Excellence.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Decatur Twp School For Excellence students are White, and 25% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Decatur Twp School For Excellence offer ?
Decatur Twp School For Excellence offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Decatur Twp School For Excellence part of?
Decatur Twp School For Excellence is part of MSD Decatur Township School District.
In what neighborhood is Decatur Twp School For Excellence located?
Decatur Twp School For Excellence is located in the Decatur neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 8 other public schools located in Decatur.
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