Decatur County Schools & Education
Decatur County, Indiana
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataSchool Score
51/100
Percentile-style score
Score Band
Midrange Signal
Graduation Rate
97.0%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
97.0%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 92.6%
Per-Pupil Spending
$5,519
National avg $13,239
State avg $5,507
School Score
51/100
Percentile-style score
State avg 39/100
State Score Position
#10
of 92 counties by score
Education Data Brief: Decatur County
Measured School Summary
Decatur County performs at an average level with a school score of 51/100 and a solid graduation rate of 97.0%.
Funding Context
At $5,519 per pupil, Decatur County operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 31% above the Indiana average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 4.4 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 0% higher than the state norm.
School Data Brief
How to read Decatur County before comparing districts
County-level education data is best used as a screening layer. It summarizes the local school environment, then points you toward the district and school records that matter for local review.
Local context that changes the interpretation
7 public schools and 2 districts are represented below. Use those school and district records to confirm whether the county-level context fits the neighborhoods you are actually considering.
Overall screen
51/100
Mixed county signal. Ranks #10 of 92 Indiana counties with school score data.
Completion
97.0%
4.4 pts above the state average
Funding context
$5,519
roughly matches the state average
School coverage
7
2 districts represented in the county school list.
Start with measured county context
This county needs a closer look at district mix, school level, and local context. Compare the score, graduation rate, and spending together rather than treating any single metric as final.
Check the local school mix
Decatur County has 7 public schools across 2 districts, so school-level fit can vary inside the county.
Verify local rules
Use this page as county-level context, then confirm attendance zones, transportation, special programs, and current school boundaries with local districts.
What Decatur County school data means before you move
County averages are useful for screening, but parents choose addresses, grade pathways, and district rules. This brief turns the public data into the checks that matter before you sign a lease or mortgage.
Small-system county
Decatur County has a compact public-school footprint. A single school change, boundary rule, or district update can move the lived experience more than the county score suggests.
State position
#10
of 92 Indiana counties with school score data. The county score is 12 points above the state average.
Data confidence
Usable
3 of 5 county signals are present, and 100% of listed schools report enrollment. Compare schools, then verify missing fields locally.
K-12 continuity check
These are the largest visible district slices in the county data. They show whether elementary, middle, and high school records appear together or whether a family needs to investigate transition points.
Greensburg Community Schools
Elementary to high school visible
2,149 students
3 listed schools in this county slice.
Decatur County Community Schools
Elementary and high visible
1,822 students
4 listed schools in this county slice.
District reality check
Decatur County Community Schools is the largest listed district slice, with 4 schools. County pages do not prove address assignment, so verify boundaries with local district tools.
What the data cannot tell you
NCES records do not confirm current attendance zones, private-school options, transfer approvals, program capacity, transportation, or whether a listed school is available to a specific address.
Questions to ask before choosing an address
Which district actually serves the addresses we are considering in Decatur County?
Do the neighborhoods we like fall inside the same district, or are we comparing different Decatur County district systems?
What changes at the elementary-to-middle and middle-to-high transitions in the district pathway we would likely use?
If we need a program not visible in the NCES flags, which district office can confirm current offerings?
Are the largest listed schools the ones our address can actually attend, or are they only county-level context?
Education Overview
About Schools in Decatur County, Indiana
This context is screened for neutral school-data wording and should be read alongside the current metrics on this page. It is not school advice.
Decatur County's Efficient School Network
Decatur County provides education for 3,971 students through seven public schools and two districts. The system includes three elementary schools, one middle school, and three high schools. This layout offers a streamlined approach to public education across the county.
Greensburg and Decatur County Districts
Greensburg Community Schools serves 2,149 students across three schools, while Decatur County Community Schools serves 1,822 students. Neither district includes charter schools, focusing entirely on traditional public school excellence. Greensburg Elementary is a major local hub, enrolling 1,037 students on its own.
Community-Focused Town and Rural Schools
The county features four rural schools and three schools in town settings, providing diverse environments. The average school size is 567 students, though individual campus sizes vary significantly. Students enjoy a strong sense of community whether they attend the larger town schools or the smaller rural campuses.
School Overview
Total Schools
7
in Decatur County
Reported Enrollment
3,971
7 schools reporting
School Districts
2
districts
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
School Level Breakdown
2 School Districts in Decatur County
Greensburg Community Schools
Decatur County Community Schools
7 Public Schools in Decatur County
Sorted by reported enrollment. Dedicated profile pages are available for 1 high-enrollment school; every NCES public school remains listed here.
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataLevel
Showing 7 of 7 matching schools
| School Name | Profile | District | Location | Grades | Type / Flags | Reported Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greensburg Elementary | Profile | Greensburg Community Schools | Greensburg, 47240Town: Distant | PK–5 | Primary | 1,037 |
| Greensburg Community High School | Record | Greensburg Community Schools | Greensburg, 47240Town: Distant | 9–12 | High | 671 |
| North Decatur Elementary School | Record | Decatur County Community Schools | Greensburg, 47240Rural: Fringe | KG–6 | Primary | 521 |
| North Decatur Jr-Sr High School | Record | Decatur County Community Schools | Greensburg, 47240Rural: Fringe | 7–12 | High | 478 |
| Greensburg Community Jr High | Record | Greensburg Community Schools | Greensburg, 47240Town: Distant | 6–8 | Middle | 441 |
| South Decatur Elementary School | Record | Decatur County Community Schools | Greensburg, 47240Rural: Distant | PK–6 | Primary | 436 |
| South Decatur Jr-Sr High School | Record | Decatur County Community Schools | Greensburg, 47240Rural: Distant | 7–12 | High | 387 |
Greensburg Elementary
Greensburg Community Schools
Greensburg, 47240 / Town: Distant
Greensburg Community High School
Greensburg Community Schools
Greensburg, 47240 / Town: Distant
North Decatur Elementary School
Decatur County Community Schools
Greensburg, 47240 / Rural: Fringe
North Decatur Jr-Sr High School
Decatur County Community Schools
Greensburg, 47240 / Rural: Fringe
Greensburg Community Jr High
Greensburg Community Schools
Greensburg, 47240 / Town: Distant
South Decatur Elementary School
Decatur County Community Schools
Greensburg, 47240 / Rural: Distant
South Decatur Jr-Sr High School
Decatur County Community Schools
Greensburg, 47240 / Rural: Distant
Education Funding Detail
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$5,519
State avg $5,507
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Schools in Decatur County, Indiana — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Decatur County, Indiana?
Decatur County provides education for 3,971 students through seven public schools and two districts. The system includes three elementary schools, one middle school, and three high schools. This layout offers a streamlined approach to public education across the county.
What are the major school districts in Decatur County, Indiana?
Greensburg Community Schools serves 2,149 students across three schools, while Decatur County Community Schools serves 1,822 students. Neither district includes charter schools, focusing entirely on traditional public school excellence. Greensburg Elementary is a major local hub, enrolling 1,037 students on its own.
What is the school experience like in Decatur County?
The county features four rural schools and three schools in town settings, providing diverse environments. The average school size is 567 students, though individual campus sizes vary significantly. Students enjoy a strong sense of community whether they attend the larger town schools or the smaller rural campuses.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) Common Core of Data and School District Finance Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics based on available NCES graduation-rate and school-finance signals.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.