Stephen Decatur High School was a public high school in Decatur, Illinois, United States, which existed from 1862 to 2000.
Serving 467 students in grades 7-8, Stephen Decatur Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 2% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 3% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 467 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stephen Decatur Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Stephen Decatur Middle School's student population of 467 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 475% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
467 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1911
School Calendar
School Rankings
Stephen Decatur Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stephen Decatur Middle School is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3517 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
5%
28%
Black
47%
17%
White
34%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stephen Decatur Middle School's ranking?
Stephen Decatur Middle School is ranked #3517 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Stephen Decatur Middle School often compared to?
Stephen Decatur Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like American Dreamer Stem Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 3% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Stephen Decatur Middle School?
467 students attend Stephen Decatur Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Stephen Decatur Middle School students are Black, 34% of students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stephen Decatur Middle School?
Stephen Decatur Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Stephen Decatur Middle School offer ?
Stephen Decatur Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Stephen Decatur Middle School part of?
Stephen Decatur Middle School is part of Decatur School District 61.
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