For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public middle schools serving 2,938 students in 30721, GA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 30721, GA are North Whitfield Middle School, Hammond Creek Middle School and Dalton Jr. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 30721 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Georgia public middle school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 39% statewide average). Middle schools in 30721, GA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Georgia public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Georgia public middle school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 30721, GA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Whitfield Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
350 Trailblazer Lane
Dalton, GA 30721
(706) 259-3381
Dalton, GA 30721
(706) 259-3381
Gr: 6-8 | 731 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #22.
Hammond Creek Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
330 Pleasant Grove Dr. Ne
Dalton, GA 30721
(706) 876-4660
Dalton, GA 30721
(706) 876-4660
Gr: 6-8 | 1,057 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #33.
Dalton Jr. High School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1250 Cross Plains Trail
Dalton, GA 30721
(706) 876-4650
Dalton, GA 30721
(706) 876-4650
Gr: 8 | 517 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #44.
Eastbrook Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
700 Hill Rd
Dalton, GA 30721
(706) 278-6135
Dalton, GA 30721
(706) 278-6135
Gr: 6-8 | 624 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: n/an/a
Elbert Shaw Regional Youth Detention Center
Alternative School
2735 Underwood Rd Ne
Dalton, GA 30721
(706) 272-2309
Dalton, GA 30721
(706) 272-2309
Gr: 5-12 | 9 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 30721, GA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 30721, GA include North Whitfield Middle School, Hammond Creek Middle School and Dalton Jr. High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 30721?
5 public middle schools are located in 30721.
What is the racial composition of students in 30721?
30721 public middle schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Georgia public middle schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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