For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public high schools serving 3,325 students in Decatur, AL.
The top-ranked public high schools in Decatur, AL are Decatur High Developmental, Priceville High School and Austin Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Decatur, AL public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Alabama public high school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 37% statewide average). High schools in Decatur have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Alabama public high schools.
Decatur, AL public high school have a Graduation Rate of 93%, which is more than the Alabama average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Priceville High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Alabama or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Alabama public high school average of 45% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Decatur, AL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Decatur High Developmental
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
910 Somerville Road Se
Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 552-3008
Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 552-3008
Gr: 9-12 | 38 students Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #22.
Priceville High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2650 N Bethel Rd
Decatur, AL 35603
(256) 353-1950
Decatur, AL 35603
(256) 353-1950
Gr: 9-12 | 504 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #33.
Austin Junior High School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1625 Danville Road Sw
Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 552-3060
Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 552-3060
Gr: 8-9 | 702 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #44.
Decatur High School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
910 Somerville Road
Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 552-3011
Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 552-3011
Gr: 9-12 | 1,026 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #55.
Austin High School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3004 Modaus Road
Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 552-3060
Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 552-3060
Gr: 10-12 | 1,055 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: n/an/a
Career Technical Center
Vocational School
1625 Danville Road Sw
Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 552-3060
Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 552-3060
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
Long Term Case
Alternative School
406 2nd Ave Se
Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 308-2308
Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 308-2308
Gr: K-12
Decatur, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1302 5th Ave Sw
Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 552-3045
Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 552-3045
Gr: 6-8 | 494 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
East Alabama Medical Center (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
2000 Pepperell Pkwy
Decatur, AL 35601
(334) 528-1010
Decatur, AL 35601
(334) 528-1010
Horizon High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
809 Church St Ne
Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 552-3054
Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 552-3054
Gr: 8-12
Morgan County System Of Services Inc (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
2531 Alabama Hwy 20 West
Decatur, AL 35602
(256) 350-8434
Decatur, AL 35602
(256) 350-8434
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Decatur, AL?
The top-ranked public high schools in Decatur, AL include Decatur High Developmental, Priceville High School and Austin Junior High School.
How many public high schools are located in Decatur?
7 public high schools are located in Decatur.
What is the racial composition of students in Decatur?
Decatur public high schools minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Alabama public high schools average of 45% (majority Black).
Which public high schools in Decatur are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Decatur include: Austin High School vs. Decatur High School, Decatur High School vs. Austin High School, Decatur High Developmental vs. Decatur High School