DECATUR HIGH SCHOOL

DECATUR H S is a Title I public high school that is part of the DECATUR ISD school district, located in DECATUR, TX with about 1,054 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 61 teachers, DECATUR H S has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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 High School, located at 750 E Eagle Summit Dr in Decatur, Texas, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Decatur Independent School District. As the district's flagship high school, it functions as the heart of the community’s academic and extracurricular life, committed to preparing students for post-secondary success through a blend of rigorous coursework, career and technical education (CTE) programs, and a wide array of athletic and fine arts offerings.

The school is well-regarded for its strong school spirit, often centered around its mascot, the "Eagles," and a culture that emphasizes both academic achievement and civic involvement. By fostering a supportive environment, Decatur High School aims to equip its student body with the critical thinking skills and character development necessary to excel in higher education or the workforce. For more detailed information regarding their academic calendar, specific programs, or district updates, interested parties can visit their official website at http://www.decaturisd.us.

For more information, contact DECATUR H S at (940) 393-7200 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

750 E EAGLE SUMMIT DR
DECATUR, TX 76234-3609
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DECATUR HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in DECATUR, TX with about 1,054 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Texas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
District:
DECATUR ISD
Total Students:
1,054
Teachers:
61.04
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I targeted assistance eligible school-No program
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 1,054 students

White
62.8%
Hispanic/Latino
32.9%
Two or more races
1.4%
Black or African American
1.4%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.8%
Asian
0.7%

Female
48.7%
Male
51.3%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.