Serving 1,214 students in grades 6-8, Peachtree 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 36% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher 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 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,214 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Peachtree Middle School serves the northwest part of Atlanta, GA, encompassing an area of approximately 14.8 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being 3.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Peachtree Middle School's student population of 1,214 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 87 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,214 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
87 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Be Kind. Show Respect. Do Good. Lead By Example.
School Rankings
Peachtree Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Peachtree Middle School is 0.68, 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
#833 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
47%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
16%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
27%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.1%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red, White, and Blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Peachtree Middle School's ranking?
Peachtree Middle School is ranked #833 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Peachtree Middle School often compared to?
Peachtree Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chamblee Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Peachtree Middle School?
1,214 students attend Peachtree Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Peachtree Middle School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Peachtree Middle School?
Peachtree Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Peachtree Middle School offer ?
Peachtree Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Peachtree Middle School part of?
Peachtree Middle School is part of Dekalb County School District.
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