Decatur High School is a high school in Decatur, Georgia, United States. It is City Schools of Decatur's sole high school and was established in 1912. The school was established in 1912 as a co-ed school until it was divided into the single-sex Decatur Boys High school and Decatur Girls High school in 1932.
Serving 1,834 students in grades 9-12, Decatur High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,834 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Decatur High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Decatur High School's student population of 1,834 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 131 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,834 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
131 teachers
Year Founded
1912
Colors
Navy Blue, Gold, Old gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Decatur High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Decatur High School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#242 out of 2192 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
6%
19%
Black
24%
36%
White
59%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldog
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Decatur High School's ranking?
Decatur High School is ranked #242 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Decatur High School often compared to?
Decatur High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Druid Hills High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Decatur High School?
The graduation rate of Decatur High School is 94%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Decatur High School?
1,834 students attend Decatur High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Decatur High School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Decatur High School?
Decatur High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Decatur High School offer ?
Decatur High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Decatur High School part of?
Decatur High School is part of City Schools Of Decatur School District.
In what neighborhood is Decatur High School located?
Decatur High School is located in the Downtown Decatur neighborhood of Decatur, GA.
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