Serving 144 students in grades 7-12, Decatur Community Jr/sr High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 144 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Decatur Community Jr/sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Decatur Community Jr/sr High School's student population of 144 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
144 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Decatur Community Jr/sr High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Decatur Community Jr/sr High School is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#893 out of 1269 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
10%
23%
White
86%
60%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
89%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.3%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Decatur Community Jr/sr High School's ranking?
Decatur Community Jr/sr High School is ranked #893 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Decatur Community Jr/sr High School?
The graduation rate of Decatur Community Jr/sr High School is 60-79%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Decatur Community Jr/sr High School?
144 students attend Decatur Community Jr/sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Decatur Community Jr/sr High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Decatur Community Jr/sr High School?
Decatur Community Jr/sr High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Decatur Community Jr/sr High School offer ?
Decatur Community Jr/sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Decatur Community Jr/sr High School part of?
Decatur Community Jr/sr High School is part of Oberlin School District.
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