Serving 401 students in grades 7-12, South Decatur Jr-sr High School 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 20% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower 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 35% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 401 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Decatur Jr-sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
South Decatur Jr-sr High School's student population of 401 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
401 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Decatur Jr-sr High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,755 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Decatur Jr-sr High School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1161 out of 1755 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
n/a
13%
White
96%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Decatur Jr-sr High School's ranking?
South Decatur Jr-sr High School is ranked #1161 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are South Decatur Jr-sr High School often compared to?
South Decatur Jr-sr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Decatur Jr-sr High School, Greensburg Community High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Decatur Jr-sr High School?
The graduation rate of South Decatur Jr-sr High School is 95%, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 87%.
How many students attend South Decatur Jr-sr High School?
401 students attend South Decatur Jr-sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of South Decatur Jr-sr High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Decatur Jr-sr High School?
South Decatur Jr-sr High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does South Decatur Jr-sr High School offer ?
South Decatur Jr-sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is South Decatur Jr-sr High School part of?
South Decatur Jr-sr High School is part of Decatur County Community Schools School District.
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