Serving 229 students in grades 6-8, Dooly 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 6% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 229 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Dooly County Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Pinehurst, GA, encompassing approximately 397.3 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 12.7 miles to the zone's boundary and a maximum distance of 15.8 miles to its furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dooly County Middle School's student population of 229 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
229 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dooly 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 Dooly County Middle School is 0.53, 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
#2120 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
25%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
64%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
7%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.6%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
5%
7%
Showing 2004–2013. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Dooly United! We Are Dedicated, Determined, Dominant, and Dynamic!
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dooly County Middle School's ranking?
Dooly County Middle School is ranked #2120 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?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Dooly County Middle School?
229 students attend Dooly County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Dooly County Middle School students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dooly County Middle School?
Dooly County Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dooly County Middle School offer ?
Dooly County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dooly County Middle School part of?
Dooly County Middle School is part of Dooly County School District.
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