Serving 459 students in grades 6-8, Dade Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 459 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Dade Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Trenton, GA, covering approximately 174.2 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 8.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 17.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dade Middle School's student population of 459 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
459 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Celebrating our past, preparing for our future
School Rankings
Dade Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dade Middle School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#811 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
36%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
90%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.2%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dade Middle School's ranking?
Dade Middle School is ranked #811 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Dade Middle School often compared to?
Dade Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dade County High School, Trion High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Dade Middle School?
459 students attend Dade Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Dade Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dade Middle School?
Dade Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dade Middle School offer ?
Dade Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dade Middle School part of?
Dade Middle School is part of Dade County School District.
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