Serving 611 students in grades 6-8, J. A. Dobbins Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 611 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 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 611 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
611 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
J. A. Dobbins Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,168 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 equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#917 out of 2168 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
20%
18%
Black
36%
36%
White
36%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #917 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 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?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend J. A. Dobbins Middle School?
611 students attend J. A. Dobbins Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of J. A. Dobbins Middle School students are Black, 36% of students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 7% 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 15:1, which is higher 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
What school district is J. A. Dobbins Middle School part of?
J. A. Dobbins Middle School is part of Paulding County School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Last Day of School - 2 Hour Early Release
May 22, 2024 (Wednesday)
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