Decatur High School

About Decatur High School

Decatur High School is a public high school located in Decatur, Georgia. It is part of the DeKalb County School System and serves grades 9-12. The school has a rich tradition of excellence, with a long history of producing successful students who go on to attend some of the nation’s most prestigious universities.
Decatur High School is committed to providing a quality education for all of its students. The school offers a variety of academic and extracurricular opportunities for its students, including Advanced Placement courses, a full range of sports teams, and a wide variety of clubs and activities. The school also offers an array of support services and resources to help students succeed.
Decatur High School is a welcoming and supportive environment, with dedicated teachers and staff who are committed to helping students reach their full potential. The school also has an active parent and community involvement program, which encourages parents and community members to be involved in their students’ education.
Decatur High School is a great place for students to get a quality education and prepare for their future. With its commitment to excellence and its dedication to student success, Decatur High School is a great choice for any student looking for a quality high school education.

Address:	910 Somerville Road Decatur, AL 35601
Phone:	(256) 552-3011
Site:	dhs.dcs.edu
Grades:	9 – 12
Enrollment:	1,035 students

Overview Decatur High School

Decatur High School serves 1,035 students in grades 9-12.
Decatur High School placed in the top 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 24%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 46%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Verdict on Decatur High School

Decatur High School is ranked within the top 50% of all 1,276 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.The diversity score of Decatur High School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school’s diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.