Serving 963 students in grades 6-8, Hightower Trail Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 963 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hightower Trail Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Hightower Trail Middle School's student population of 963 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
963 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hightower Trail Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hightower Trail Middle School is 0.50, which is less 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
#87 out of 2192 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
11%
19%
Black
6%
36%
White
69%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Hightower Trail Middle School's ranking?
Hightower Trail Middle School is ranked #87 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Hightower Trail Middle School often compared to?
Hightower Trail Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dodgen Middle School, Dickerson Middle School, Simpson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Hightower Trail Middle School?
963 students attend Hightower Trail Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Hightower Trail Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hightower Trail Middle School?
Hightower Trail Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hightower Trail Middle School offer ?
Hightower Trail Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hightower Trail Middle School part of?
Hightower Trail Middle School is part of Cobb County School District.
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