Dodgen Middle School is a middle school located in East Cobb, Georgia, United States, and is part of the Cobb County School District. As of 2024, the current principal is Patrcia Alford, and its assistant principals are Carrie Lowery, Derika Hannibal, and Ruth Hesson.
Serving 1,238 students in grades 6-8, Dodgen Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (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 44% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,238 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dodgen 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
Dodgen Middle School's student population of 1,238 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,238 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Year Founded
1975
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dodgen Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dodgen Middle School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#45 out of 2204 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
25%
5%
Hispanic
9%
19%
Black
6%
36%
White
56%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dodgen Middle School's ranking?
Dodgen Middle School is ranked #45 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Dodgen Middle School often compared to?
Dodgen Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dickerson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Dodgen Middle School?
1,238 students attend Dodgen Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Dodgen Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dodgen Middle School?
Dodgen Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dodgen Middle School offer ?
Dodgen Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dodgen Middle School part of?
Dodgen Middle School is part of Cobb County School District.
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