Serving 929 students in grades 6-8, Druid Hills Middle School ranks in the top 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 32% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher 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 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 929 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Druid Hills Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Druid Hills Middle School's student population of 929 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
929 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
School Rankings
Druid Hills Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Druid Hills Middle School is 0.72, which is more 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
#961 out of 2204 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
17%
19%
Black
44%
36%
White
24%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Druid Hills Middle School's ranking?
Druid Hills Middle School is ranked #961 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Druid Hills Middle School?
929 students attend Druid Hills Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Druid Hills Middle School students are Black, 24% of students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Druid Hills Middle School?
Druid Hills Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Druid Hills Middle School offer ?
Druid Hills Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Druid Hills Middle School part of?
Druid Hills Middle School is part of Dekalb County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Back to School Open House 6th Grade
July 31, 2025 (Thursday)
Back to School Open House 7th/8th Grade
July 31, 2025 (Thursday)
First Day of School
August 04, 2025 (Monday)
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