DeKalb High School is a public high school in Waterloo, Indiana. Established in 1967, it is part of the DeKalb Central United School District. The school is just south of Waterloo, but the majority of its students come from the Auburn area. It shares a campus with DeKalb Middle School and the School District's Office.
Serving 1,052 students in grades 9-12, Dekalb High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,052 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Btm 50% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dekalb High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Dekalb High School's student population of 1,052 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,052 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Year Founded
1967
Colors
White, Black, Red
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Excellence...Everyone...Everyday!
School Mascot
Baron
School Rankings
Dekalb High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dekalb High School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#689 out of 1743 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
n/a
13%
White
90%
63%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Baron
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dekalb High School's ranking?
Dekalb High School is ranked #689 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Dekalb High School often compared to?
Dekalb High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Garrett High School, Eastside Junior-senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dekalb High School?
The graduation rate of Dekalb High School is 91%, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 88%.
How many students attend Dekalb High School?
1,052 students attend Dekalb High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Dekalb High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dekalb High School?
Dekalb High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Dekalb High School offer ?
Dekalb High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dekalb High School part of?
Dekalb High School is part of Dekalb Co Ctl United Sch School District.
School Reviews
5 11/10/2021
Dekalb is an amazing school with friendly teachers that always care for the wellbeing and great teaching of their students. The commons serves fresh, hot food every day, with choices that fit any student'' palet. Overall, an amazing school that I look forward to going to every weekday. Go, Barons!
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