Serving 641 students in grades 6-7, Dawson County Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-7
- Enrollment: 641 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Riverview Middle School serves the southern part of Dawsonville, GA, covering an area of approximately 59.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 15 minutes, with an average distance of 6.1 miles to the school from the edges of the attendance zone, which can extend up to 9.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dawson County Middle School's student population of 641 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-7
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
641 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dawson County Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dawson County Middle School is 0.38, 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
#595 out of 2192 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
36%
White
78%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.7%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
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 Dawson County Middle School's ranking?
Dawson County Middle School is ranked #595 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Dawson County Middle School often compared to?
Dawson County Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Forsyth Middle School, Dawson County Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Dawson County Middle School?
641 students attend Dawson County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Dawson County Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dawson County Middle School?
Dawson County Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dawson County Middle School offer ?
Dawson County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-7 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dawson County Middle School part of?
Dawson County Middle School is part of Dawson County School District.
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