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Best Decatur Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,811 students in Decatur, TX.
The top-ranked public schools in Decatur, TX are Young Elementary School, Stem Academy At Enis Elementary School and Mccarroll Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Decatur, TX public schools have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Decatur have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in Decatur, TX (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Young Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
379 Buchanan Rd
Decatur, TX 76234
(940) 393-7400
Gr: PK-5 | 465 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #22.
Stem Academy At Enis Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1200 Eagle Dr
Decatur, TX 76234
(940) 393-7475
Gr: K-5 | 392 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #33.
Mccarroll Middle School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1201 W Thompson St
Decatur, TX 76234
(940) 393-7300
Gr: 6-8 | 815 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #44.
Carson Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
2100 Business 81/287 S
Decatur, TX 76234
(940) 393-7500
Gr: PK-5 | 475 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #55.
Decatur High School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
750 E Eagle Summit Dr
Decatur, TX 76234
(940) 393-7200
Gr: 9-12 | 1,162 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #66.
Rann Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1300 Deer Park Rd
Decatur, TX 76234
(940) 393-7600
Gr: PK-5 | 502 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in Decatur, Texas

Decatur, Texas Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Cates High School (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
501 E Collins St
Decatur, TX 76234
(940) 627-3183
Gr: 9-12 | 27 students Minority enrollment: 15%
Decatur Intermediate School (Closed 2023)
1200 Eagle Dr
Decatur, TX 76234
(940) 393-7327
Gr: 5-6
Mccarroll Middle 6th Grade (Closed 2020)
1200 Eagle Dr
Decatur, TX 76234
(940) 393-7327
Gr: 6

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Decatur, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in Decatur, TX include Young Elementary School, Stem Academy At Enis Elementary School and Mccarroll Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Decatur?
6 public schools are located in Decatur.
What is the racial composition of students in Decatur?
Decatur public schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Decatur are often viewed compared to one another?

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