For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,649 students in Decatur, TX.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Decatur, TX are Young Elementary School, Stem Academy At Enis Elementary School and Carson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Decatur, TX public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in Decatur have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Decatur, TX (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Young Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
379 Buchanan Rd
Decatur, TX 76234
(940) 393-7400
Decatur, TX 76234
(940) 393-7400
Grades: PK-5
| 465 students
Rank: #22.
Stem Academy At Enis Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1200 Eagle Dr
Decatur, TX 76234
(940) 393-7475
Decatur, TX 76234
(940) 393-7475
Grades: K-5
| 392 students
Rank: #33.
Carson Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2100 Business 81/287 S
Decatur, TX 76234
(940) 393-7500
Decatur, TX 76234
(940) 393-7500
Grades: PK-5
| 475 students
Rank: #44.
Mccarroll Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1201 W Thompson St
Decatur, TX 76234
(940) 393-7300
Decatur, TX 76234
(940) 393-7300
Grades: 6-8
| 815 students
Rank: #55.
Rann Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1300 Deer Park Rd
Decatur, TX 76234
(940) 393-7600
Decatur, TX 76234
(940) 393-7600
Grades: PK-5
| 502 students
Decatur, Texas 51±¬ÁÏs (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Cates High School (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
501 E Collins St
Decatur, TX 76234
(940) 627-3183
Decatur, TX 76234
(940) 627-3183
Grades: 9-12
| 27 students
1200 Eagle Dr
Decatur, TX 76234
(940) 393-7327
Decatur, TX 76234
(940) 393-7327
Grades: 5-6
| n/a students
1200 Eagle Dr
Decatur, TX 76234
(940) 393-7327
Decatur, TX 76234
(940) 393-7327
Grades: 6
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Decatur, TX?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Decatur, TX include Young Elementary School, Stem Academy At Enis Elementary School and Carson Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Decatur?
5 public elementary schools are located in Decatur.
What is the racial composition of students in Decatur?
Decatur public elementary schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Decatur are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Decatur include: Rann Elementary School vs. Carson Elementary School, Young Elementary School vs. Carson Elementary School
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