Serving 1,208 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 86% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). 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 17:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,208 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 86% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- 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 1,208 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,208 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dickerson Middle School ranks within the top 1% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dickerson Middle School is 0.55, 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
#21 out of 2204 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
22%
5%
Hispanic
7%
18%
Black
5%
36%
White
63%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
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 #21 out of 2,204 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?
86% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% 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?
1,208 students attend Dickerson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Dickerson Middle School students are White, 22% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 3% 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 17:1, 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
What school district is Dickerson Middle School part of?
Dickerson Middle School is part of Cobb County School District.
School Reviews
5 4/14/2020
Very good school, no problems.
5 3/20/2020
Best school ever! I love everyone and everything at Dickerson!!!!!!!
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