For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,162 students in Decatur, TX.
The top-ranked public high school in Decatur, TX is Decatur High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Decatur, TX public high school have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in Decatur have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public high schools.
Decatur, TX public high school have a Graduation Rate of 93%, which is more than the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Decatur High School, with 93% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public high school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Decatur, TX (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Decatur High School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
750 E Eagle Summit Dr
Decatur, TX 76234
(940) 393-7200
Decatur, TX 76234
(940) 393-7200
Gr: 9-12 | 1,162 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
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
Decatur, TX 76234
(940) 627-3183
Gr: 9-12 | 27 students Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Decatur, TX?
The top-ranked public high schools in Decatur, TX include Decatur High School.
How many public high schools are located in Decatur?
1 public high schools are located in Decatur.
What is the racial composition of students in Decatur?
Decatur public high schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public high schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
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