DECA High

DECA High

Charter High School | Grade 9-12
1529 Brown St,  Dayton, OH
4.0
4.5
353 Students
B+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Aileen Ernst
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Average SAT Score
1130
Average ACT Score
21
Math Proficiency
37%
Reading Proficiency
77%
Average GPA
3.08
Graduation Rate
92%
Annual Tuition
$0

Niche Grade

B
Academics
A+
Teachers
B-
College Prep
A
Administration
A-
Resources/Facilities
C
Clubs and Activities
C+
Food
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.08
Reading Proficiency
77%
Math Proficiency
37%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers
24
Full Time Teachers
24
Teachers in First or Second Year
13.3%
College Prep
Average SAT
1130
Math
570
Verbal
560
Average ACT
21
Math
20
English
21
Reading
21
Science
21
Number of AP Courses
2
AP Math Enrollment
Very High
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low

GreatSchools Rating

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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
463:1

Student Diversity

Female
55.4%
Male
44.6%
Black
92.6%
White
3.9%
Hispanic
2.4%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%
Two or more races
<1%

School Rankings

#4 Best Charter HS in Ohio
#4 Best Public HS Teachers in Ohio
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Dayton 142 Students
Wright State University 114 Students
The Ohio State University 112 Students
University of Cincinnati 108 Students
Bowling Green State University 80 Students
Miami University 74 Students
Ohio University 56 Students
Sinclair Community College 54 Students
University of Kentucky 53 Students
Northern Kentucky University 47 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 49 Students
Psychology 39 Students
Nursing 32 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 23 Students
Computer Science 18 Students
Biology 16 Students
Sport and Fitness Management 14 Students
Marketing 12 Students
Pre-Law Studies 12 Students
Education 12 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.0 137 Reviews
5.0 Senior
6/2/2025
Although DECA is a charter school that does not have everything that a traditional high school has, it is still one of the best schools that I have ever attended in my life. The teachers here help prepare their students for college and is a safe environment for all diversity of students. This school is very supportive in helping me decide what I want to do in the future and prepare for that chosen profession. I love this environment where I can connect with both my peers and teachers.
5.0 Alum
6/4/2024
Deca is a great school in total honesty. I don't think I would have been as prepared for college as I am now had I not went to the school. Decades community is also very welcoming and accepting. The teachers create real valuable relationships with students and care about the success of these students.
5.0 Alum
5/31/2022
I really loved going to DECA because it helped prepare me for college. I also loved going to DECA because I was able to meet some great teachers that I know what be happy to help me when I struggle with my class work now that I am in college and that would love to give me a recommendation if I needed one. Being at DECA helped me get some great opportunities like going on an internship with someone who was in the Psychology field. DECA really made college not as difficult for me because everything we are doing so far in college I was already taught to do in highschool.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.5 4 Reviews
5.0 parent
3/10/2022
The school is an excellent school! They prepare my child for success and prepare for college. The academics can be challenging to kids who are not determined and dedicated to achieve and aim high. The staff is wonderful and communicate effectively as well as leadership. The school has a mediation pr...
5.0 parent
12/27/2015
-ParentMy eldest son is a DECA graduate in which he started in the 7th grade. Also, I currently have children enrolled. We had nothing but great experiences at DECA, inside and outside the classroom. The staff want the very best for all students and is wlling to help your child reach their goals. Th...
3.0 teacher
6/17/2015
I can only give my perspective as a teacher who works there. DECA is unlike the schools I attended when I was in grade school and by that I mean that I went to schools where kids (for the most part) did what they were told without the need to constantly redirect them, repeat directions, or issue con...
5.0 other
10/30/2011
The School is designed for students that want to succeed and for being in existence for such a short time they have shown results! And as a former student I will tell you DECA students work just as hard as college students and it all pays off!

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DECA High is a charter school for students in grades 9-12 located at 1529 Brown St in Dayton, OH. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 353 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. Academic records show that 37% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 77% are proficient in reading. DECA High has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.08, the graduation rate is 92%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1130 and an ACT score of 21. The average home value in this area is $276,838. Discover additional schools in the area, like Richard Allen Academy, Mound Street Academies, Dayton Business Technology High School, and more. Learn more about what Dayton has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near DECA High.

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