Serving 1,062 students in grades 6-8, Lithonia 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 9% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% 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: 1,062 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lithonia Middle School serves the southeastern part of Lithonia, GA, covering an attendance area of approximately 32.5 square miles. Families typically drive 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 3.2 miles and the furthest edge located 5.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lithonia Middle School's student population of 1,062 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,062 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2003
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering every student to reach their full potential.
School Rankings
Lithonia 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 Lithonia Middle School is 0.24, 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
#1969 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
7%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
87%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
34%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.5%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
6%
5%
Showing 2010–2019. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black and Gold
School Mascot
Bulldog
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lithonia Middle School's ranking?
Lithonia Middle School is ranked #1969 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Lithonia Middle School often compared to?
Lithonia Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Miller Grove Middle School, Stephenson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Lithonia Middle School?
1,062 students attend Lithonia Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Lithonia Middle School students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lithonia Middle School?
Lithonia Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lithonia Middle School offer ?
Lithonia Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lithonia Middle School part of?
Lithonia Middle School is part of Dekalb County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I love teaching here. The students in our school are well-behaved. I teach Science at Lithonia Middle School. The food there is amazing like crazy! The bathrooms smell so good. I can see why the students like to go to the bathroom lol. The juice & water there are well refreshed. I Love Lithonia Middle School.
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