North Decatur Elementary School

3300 N Sr 3
Greensburg, IN 47240
(School attendance zone shown in map)
9/
10
Top 20%
Serving 532 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 16:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 532 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 4%
  • : Top 20% in IN
  • : 62% (Top 20%)
  • : 53% (Top 20%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 10%)
  • 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:

School Overview

North Decatur Elementary School's student population of 532 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)
Total Students
532 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
1970
School Calendar
School Mascot
Chargers

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 0.08, 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.
This School
State Level (IN)
#240 out of 1743 schools
(Top 20%)
62%
39%
53%
41%
60-64%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
n/a
13%
White
96%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.08
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Chargers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

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?
532 students attend North Decatur Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of North Decatur Elementary School students are White, 2% 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 16:1, which is higher than 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 School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 532 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 4%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 62% (Top 20%)
  • : 53% (Top 20%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

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