Serving 625 students in grades 6-8, Miller Grove 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 7% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (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 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: 625 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Miller Grove Middle School serves the southeast part of Decatur, GA, covering an area of approximately 8.6 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.7 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Miller Grove Middle School's student population of 625 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
625 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Miller Grove 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 Miller Grove Middle School is 0.25, 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
#2060 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
86%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
34%
Showing 2001–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49.9%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
6%
5%
Showing 2010–2019. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Miller Grove Middle School's ranking?
Miller Grove Middle School is ranked #2060 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Miller Grove Middle School often compared to?
Miller Grove Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mary Mcleod Bethune Middle School, Lithonia Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Miller Grove Middle School?
625 students attend Miller Grove Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Miller Grove Middle School students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Miller Grove Middle School?
Miller Grove Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Miller Grove Middle School offer ?
Miller Grove Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Miller Grove Middle School part of?
Miller Grove Middle School is part of Dekalb County School District.
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