Serving 556 students in grades 6-8, J. A. Dobbins 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 29% (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 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 556 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
J. A. Dobbins Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
J. A. Dobbins Middle School's student population of 556 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
556 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
J. A. Dobbins 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 J. A. Dobbins Middle School is 0.70, 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
#1139 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
24%
19%
Black
41%
36%
White
28%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J. A. Dobbins Middle School's ranking?
J. A. Dobbins Middle School is ranked #1139 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are J. A. Dobbins Middle School often compared to?
J. A. Dobbins Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Paulding Middle School, Irma C. Austin Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% 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 J. A. Dobbins Middle School?
556 students attend J. A. Dobbins Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of J. A. Dobbins Middle School students are Black, 28% of students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J. A. Dobbins Middle School?
J. A. Dobbins Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does J. A. Dobbins Middle School offer ?
J. A. Dobbins Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is J. A. Dobbins Middle School part of?
J. A. Dobbins Middle School is part of Paulding County School District.
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