Serving 1,367 students in grades 6-8, Henderson 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 26% (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 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% 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: 1,367 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Henderson Middle School serves the northwest part of Atlanta, GA, covering an area of approximately 16.9 square miles. Families can typically expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to reach 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
School Overview
Henderson Middle School's student population of 1,367 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 95 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,367 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
95 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1995
School Calendar
School Rankings
Henderson 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 Henderson Middle School is 0.66, 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
#1225 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
51%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
20%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
21%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.3%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Cougar Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Henderson Middle School's ranking?
Henderson Middle School is ranked #1225 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Henderson Middle School often compared to?
Henderson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chamblee Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% 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 Henderson Middle School?
1,367 students attend Henderson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Henderson Middle School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 20% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Henderson Middle School?
Henderson Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Henderson Middle School offer ?
Henderson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Henderson Middle School part of?
Henderson Middle School is part of Dekalb County School District.
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