Serving 478 students in grades 7-12, North Decatur Jr-sr High School ranks in the top 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 35% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 478 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Decatur Jr-sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
North Decatur Jr-sr High School's student population of 478 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 34% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
478 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Decatur Jr-sr High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Decatur Jr-sr High School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#540 out of 1763 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
1%
13%
White
95%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Decatur Jr-sr High School's ranking?
North Decatur Jr-sr High School is ranked #540 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are North Decatur Jr-sr High School often compared to?
North Decatur Jr-sr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greensburg Community High School, South Decatur Jr-sr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Decatur Jr-sr High School?
The graduation rate of North Decatur Jr-sr High School is 95%, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 88%.
How many students attend North Decatur Jr-sr High School?
478 students attend North Decatur Jr-sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of North Decatur Jr-sr High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Decatur Jr-sr High School?
North Decatur Jr-sr High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does North Decatur Jr-sr High School offer ?
North Decatur Jr-sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is North Decatur Jr-sr High School part of?
North Decatur Jr-sr High School is part of Decatur County Community Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 10/25/2021
It is an okay school that staff are nice and the school good with the education their students entertained with different events. I recommend this school. it is very nice.
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