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 Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Graduation Rate: 75-79%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10%
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29%
- Science Proficiency: ≤10%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
4 students
Total Classroom Teachers (20-21)
18 teachers
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%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
(21-22)n/a
n/a
Asian
(21-22)n/a
3%
Hispanic
(21-22)25%
14%
Black
(21-22)n/a
13%
White
(21-22)75%
65%
Hawaiian
(21-22)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(21-22)n/a
5%
Graduation Rate
(17-18)75-79%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch (21-22)
100%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
100%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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
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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