Summary:
The six public schools in zip code 76234, serving grades PK-12 within the Decatur Independent School District (Isd), present a mixed picture of academic performance, with standout schools like Young Elementary achieving top results despite high economic disadvantage, while others like Carson Elementary struggle significantly.
Young Elementary is the district's clear academic star, earning a 4-star rating and ranking in the 81st percentile statewide, with 82% of 4th graders proficient in Reading. In contrast, Carson Elementary holds a 1-star rating and ranks in the 26th percentile, with only 18% of 5th graders proficient in Science. Stem Academy At Enis Elementary also performs well with a 4-star rating and the lowest poverty rate (20%), while Rann Elementary faces the highest economic disadvantage (63%) and struggles, particularly in Science (11% proficient). McCarroll Middle stands out for its exceptional Algebra I proficiency (94%), but its standard math scores lag behind state averages. Decatur High School posts a solid 94.4% graduation rate and performs near state averages.
A key takeaway is the "Young Elementary Paradox," where high poverty does not prevent top academic performance, suggesting replicable strategies exist. However, the district shows inconsistent performance, with elementary schools varying widely and the middle and high schools acting as averaging points that dilute the strong foundations built at top elementary schools. The district ranks 428 out of 951 in Texas (55th percentile, 3 stars), with spending per student ranging from $9,615 to $10,811 and student-teacher ratios from 13.1 to 17.7.
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