For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,571 students in Decatur, IN (there are 4 private schools, serving 761 private students). 70% of all K-12 students in Decatur, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in Decatur, IN are Bellmont Senior High School, Bellmont Middle School and Bellmont Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Decatur, IN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in Decatur have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Decatur, IN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bellmont Senior High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1000 North Adams Dr
Decatur, IN 46733
(260) 724-7121
Decatur, IN 46733
(260) 724-7121
Gr: 9-12 | 613 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #22.
Bellmont Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1200 North Adams Dr
Decatur, IN 46733
(260) 724-3137
Decatur, IN 46733
(260) 724-3137
Gr: 6-8 | 274 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #33.
Bellmont Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1200 North Adams Drive
Decatur, IN 46733
(260) 724-3633
Decatur, IN 46733
(260) 724-3633
Gr: PK-5 | 684 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Decatur, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in Decatur, IN include Bellmont Senior High School, Bellmont Middle School and Bellmont Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Decatur?
3 public schools are located in Decatur.
What percentage of students in Decatur go to public school?
70% of all K-12 students in Decatur are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Decatur?
Decatur public schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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