Serving 1,225 students in grades 6-8, Dickerson Middle School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 88% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,225 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 88% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Dickerson Middle School serves the east part of Marietta, GA, covering an area of approximately 12.7 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 3.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dickerson Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Dickerson Middle School's student population of 1,225 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,225 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1980
School Calendar
School Motto
Lead By Example!
School Rankings
Dickerson Middle School ranks within the top 1% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dickerson Middle School is 0.58, 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
#18 out of 2192 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
24%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
60%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
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)10.5%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-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 Dickerson Middle School's ranking?
Dickerson Middle School is ranked #18 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Dickerson Middle School often compared to?
Dickerson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dodgen Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
88% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Dickerson Middle School?
1,225 students attend Dickerson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Dickerson Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dickerson Middle School?
Dickerson Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dickerson Middle School offer ?
Dickerson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dickerson Middle School part of?
Dickerson Middle School is part of Cobb County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Best school ever! I love everyone and everything at Dickerson!!!!!!!
5 10/10/2025
Very good school, no problems.
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