Serving 596 students in grades 6-8, Dodge County Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 596 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Dodge County Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Eastman, GA, encompassing approximately 503.1 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 21.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dodge County Middle School's student population of 596 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
596 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Dodge County Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dodge County Middle School is 0.59, 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
#1643 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
6%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Black
36%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
White
53%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.1%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
6%
5%
Showing 2009–2018. View full 20-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dodge County Middle School's ranking?
Dodge County Middle School is ranked #1643 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Dodge County Middle School?
596 students attend Dodge County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Dodge County Middle School students are White, 36% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dodge County Middle School?
Dodge County Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dodge County Middle School offer ?
Dodge County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dodge County Middle School part of?
Dodge County Middle School is part of Dodge County School District.
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