Serving 884 students in grades 6-8, Daniell 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 38% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (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 75% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 884 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Daniell Middle School serves the northeast part of Marietta, GA, encompassing an area of approximately 16.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being about 2.3 miles and the furthest edge located 3.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Daniell Middle School's student population of 884 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
884 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
To prepare all students for success.
School Rankings
Daniell 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 Daniell Middle School is 0.75, which is more 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
#727 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
9%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
29%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
32%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
25%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.3%
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
10%
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 Daniell Middle School's ranking?
Daniell Middle School is ranked #727 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Daniell Middle School often compared to?
Daniell Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mccleskey Middle School, Simpson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Daniell Middle School?
884 students attend Daniell Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Daniell Middle School students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 9% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Daniell Middle School?
Daniell Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Daniell Middle School offer ?
Daniell Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Daniell Middle School part of?
Daniell Middle School is part of Cobb County School District.
In what neighborhood is Daniell Middle School located?
Daniell Middle School is located in the Addison Heights neighborhood of Marietta, GA. There are 1 other public schools located in Addison Heights.
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