Decatur High School is a public high school located in Decatur, Texas. It is part of the Decatur Independent School District located in central Wise County and classified as a 4A school by the UIL. In 2015, the school was rated "Met Standard" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 1,163 students in grades 9-12, Decatur High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,163 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Decatur High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Decatur High School's student population of 1,163 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,163 students
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Decatur High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Decatur High School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5156 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
38%
54%
Black
1%
13%
White
57%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Regal Eagle
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Decatur High School's ranking?
Decatur High School is ranked #5156 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Decatur High School often compared to?
Decatur High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bridgeport High School, Alvord High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Decatur High School?
The graduation rate of Decatur High School is 93%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Decatur High School?
1,163 students attend Decatur High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Decatur High School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Decatur High School?
Decatur High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Decatur High School offer ?
Decatur High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Decatur High School part of?
Decatur High School is part of Decatur Independent School District.
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