Decatur Area Technical Academy serves 7 students in grades 2-12.
Minority enrollment was 29% of the student body (majority Black), which was lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 2-12
Total Students
7 students
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
n/a
28%
Black
29%
16%
White
71%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Decatur Area Technical Academy?
7 students attend Decatur Area Technical Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Decatur Area Technical Academy students are White, and 29% of students are Black.
What grades does Decatur Area Technical Academy offer ?
Decatur Area Technical Academy offers enrollment in grades 2-12
What school district is Decatur Area Technical Academy part of?
Decatur Area Technical Academy is part of Decatur School District 61.
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