For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 433 students in Decatur, AR.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Decatur, AR are Decatur Northside Elementary School and Decatur Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Decatur, AR public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in Decatur have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Decatur, AR (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Decatur Northside Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
9083 Mt Olive Rd
Decatur, AR 72722
(479) 752-3981
Decatur, AR 72722
(479) 752-3981
Grades: PK-4
| 277 students
Rank: #22.
Decatur Middle School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1498 Stadium Ave
Decatur, AR 72722
(479) 752-3986
Decatur, AR 72722
(479) 752-3986
Grades: 5-8
| 156 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Decatur, AR?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Decatur, AR include Decatur Northside Elementary School and Decatur Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Decatur?
2 public elementary schools are located in Decatur.
What is the racial composition of students in Decatur?
Decatur public elementary schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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