Serving 436 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, South Decatur Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 436 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Decatur Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
South Decatur Elementary School's student population of 436 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
436 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Decatur Elementary 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 South Decatur Elementary 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
#604 out of 1763 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
n/a
13%
White
95%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Decatur Elementary School's ranking?
South Decatur Elementary School is ranked #604 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are South Decatur Elementary School often compared to?
South Decatur Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greensburg Elementary School, North Decatur Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend South Decatur Elementary School?
436 students attend South Decatur Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of South Decatur Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Decatur Elementary School?
South Decatur Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does South Decatur Elementary School offer ?
South Decatur Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is South Decatur Elementary School part of?
South Decatur Elementary School is part of Decatur County Community Schools School District.
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