Serving 1,000 students in grades 7-8, Decatur Middle School 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 15% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 1,000 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Decatur Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Decatur Middle School's student population of 1,000 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,000 students
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Preparing Students to be Tomorrow Ready
School Rankings
Decatur Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Decatur Middle School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1443 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
16%
15%
Black
30%
14%
White
47%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
MSD Decatur Township School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Decatur Middle School's ranking?
Decatur Middle School is ranked #1443 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Decatur Middle School often compared to?
Decatur Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Paul Hadley Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Decatur Middle School?
1,000 students attend Decatur Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Decatur Middle School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Decatur Middle School?
Decatur Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Decatur Middle School offer ?
Decatur Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Decatur Middle School part of?
Decatur Middle School is part of MSD Decatur Township School District.
In what neighborhood is Decatur Middle School located?
Decatur Middle School is located in the Decatur neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 8 other public schools located in Decatur.
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