Serving 985 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 top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). 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 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% 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: 985 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Druid Hills Middle School serves the west part of Decatur, GA, encompassing an area of approximately 19.3 square miles. Typically, families can expect a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 5 miles away.
- 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
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Druid Hills Middle School's student population of 985 students has stayed relatively flat 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
985 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
School Rankings
Druid Hills Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Druid Hills Middle School is 0.71, 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
#922 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
9%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Hispanic
16%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Black
45%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
White
23%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.7%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. View full 26-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 Druid Hills Middle School's ranking?
Druid Hills Middle School is ranked #922 out of 2,192 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?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% 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?
985 students attend Druid Hills Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Druid Hills Middle School students are Black, 23% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Druid Hills Middle School?
Druid Hills Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to 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.
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