Serving 496 students in grades Kindergarten-6, North Decatur Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 496 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: North Decatur Elementary School serves the northeast part of the Greensburg, IN school district, covering an area of approximately 148.7 square miles, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 15 to 20 minutes. The average distance from the school to the edge of its attendance zone is about 7.8 miles, extending up to 12.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Decatur Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
North Decatur Elementary School's student population of 496 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
496 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
North Decatur Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Decatur Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#240 out of 1743 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
White
95%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.9%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Chargers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Decatur Elementary School's ranking?
North Decatur Elementary School is ranked #240 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are North Decatur Elementary School often compared to?
North Decatur Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greensburg Elementary School, South Decatur Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend North Decatur Elementary School?
496 students attend North Decatur Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of North Decatur Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Decatur Elementary School?
North Decatur Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does North Decatur Elementary School offer ?
North Decatur Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Decatur Elementary School part of?
North Decatur Elementary School is part of Decatur County Community Schools.
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