For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 755 students in Decatur, MI.
The top-ranked public schools in Decatur, MI are Davis Elementary School and Decatur Jr Sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Decatur, MI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Decatur have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Decatur, MI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Davis Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
409 N Phelps St
Decatur, MI 49045
(269) 423-6950
Decatur, MI 49045
(269) 423-6950
Gr: K-5 | 356 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
Decatur Jr Sr High School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
110 Cedar St
Decatur, MI 49045
(269) 423-6851
Decatur, MI 49045
(269) 423-6851
Gr: 6-12 | 399 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Decatur, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in Decatur, MI include Davis Elementary School and Decatur Jr Sr High School.
How many public schools are located in Decatur?
2 public schools are located in Decatur.
What is the racial composition of students in Decatur?
Decatur public schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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