Decatur Public Schools

The Decatur Public Schools district consists of two schools: Decatur Junior Senior High School, serving grades 6-12, and Davis Elementary School, serving grades K-5. The district faces several challenges, including low academic performance, high chronic absenteeism, and a high proportion of economically disadvantaged students.

Decatur Junior Senior High School has a relatively low 4-year graduation rate of 82.8% and a high dropout rate of 7.6%. The school's test scores are generally below the state averages across various subjects and grade levels, and it has a high chronic absenteeism rate of 29.5%. In contrast, Davis Elementary School has a high free/reduced lunch rate of 71.35%, indicating a high proportion of economically disadvantaged students. The school's test scores are mixed, with some grade levels performing above the state average and others below.

Both schools have alarmingly high chronic absenteeism rates of 29.5%, which is a significant concern and likely contributes to the schools' academic performance challenges. The district may need to implement targeted interventions and support to address the academic needs of its students, as well as explore ways to provide additional resources and support to economically disadvantaged students. Additionally, the district may need to re-evaluate its resource allocation to ensure equitable distribution and address the unique needs of each school.