Serving 531 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 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 531 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: J. A. Dobbins Middle School serves the southeastern part of Powder Springs, GA, covering an area of approximately 21.7 square miles. Most families are within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 3.2 miles to the zone's edge, and the furthest point being 4.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
J. A. Dobbins Middle School's student population of 531 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
531 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
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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 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1139 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
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)
20-24%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Hispanic
30%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Black
39%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
White
24%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.7%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 29-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 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?
531 students attend J. A. Dobbins Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of J. A. Dobbins Middle School students are Black, 30% of students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J. A. Dobbins Middle School?
J. A. Dobbins Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than 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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