Serving 1,201 students in grades 6-8, Duluth 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 37% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,201 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Duluth Middle School serves the western part of its school district in Duluth, GA, encompassing an area of approximately 21.2 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Duluth Middle School's student population of 1,201 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 97 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,201 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
97 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Duluth 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 Duluth Middle School is 0.62, 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
#997 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)
37%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)15-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
11%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Hispanic
57%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Black
20%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
White
8%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
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)19.5%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-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 Duluth Middle School's ranking?
Duluth Middle School is ranked #997 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Duluth Middle School often compared to?
Duluth Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Coleman Middle School, Summerour Middle School by visitors of our site.
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 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Duluth Middle School?
1,201 students attend Duluth Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Duluth Middle School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, 8% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Duluth Middle School?
Duluth Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Duluth Middle School offer ?
Duluth Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Duluth Middle School part of?
Duluth Middle School is part of Gwinnett County School District.
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