Serving 346 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, West Decatur Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 48% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 346 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Decatur Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
West Decatur Elementary School's student population of 346 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
346 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Decatur Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Decatur Elementary School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1005 out of 1285 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
68%
11%
Black
21%
32%
White
8%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Decatur Elementary School's ranking?
West Decatur Elementary School is ranked #1005 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend West Decatur Elementary School?
346 students attend West Decatur Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of West Decatur Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Decatur Elementary School?
West Decatur Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Decatur Elementary School offer ?
West Decatur Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is West Decatur Elementary School part of?
West Decatur Elementary School is part of Decatur City School District.
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