Serving 1,414 students in grades 9-12, Dalton High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 12% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,414 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 20% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dalton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Dalton High School's student population of 1,414 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 95 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,414 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
95 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dalton High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dalton High School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1725 out of 2168 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
73%
18%
Black
4%
36%
White
18%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dalton High School's ranking?
Dalton High School is ranked #1725 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Dalton High School often compared to?
Dalton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southeast Whitfield County High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dalton High School?
The graduation rate of Dalton High School is 95%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Dalton High School?
1,414 students attend Dalton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Dalton High School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dalton High School?
Dalton High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dalton High School offer ?
Dalton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Dalton High School part of?
Dalton High School is part of Dalton Public Schools School District.
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