DECATUR TWP SCHOOL FOR EXCELLENCE

Decatur Twp School for Excellence is a Title I public high school that is part of the MSD Decatur Township school district, located in Indianapolis, IN with about 262 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 18 teachers, Decatur Twp School for Excellence has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Decatur Township School for Excellence (DTSE) serves as an alternative educational environment within the Metropolitan School District of Decatur Township. Designed for students who may benefit from a setting outside of the traditional comprehensive high school experience, the school focuses on providing a personalized academic path. Its mission is to support students in completing their graduation requirements through a combination of credit recovery, accelerated learning, and smaller class sizes that allow for more individualized attention from staff.

The school emphasizes a supportive, student-centered culture that prioritizes both academic achievement and social-emotional growth. By utilizing flexible scheduling and a tailored curriculum, DTSE aims to remove barriers to success, helping students overcome challenges that might otherwise hinder their progress. Ultimately, the school serves as a vital resource for the Decatur community, ensuring that all students have a viable, focused pathway to earning their high school diploma and preparing for post-secondary life.

For more information, contact Decatur Twp School for Excellence at (317) 856-0900 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.