Serving 633 students in grades 6-8, Redan 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 13% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (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 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 633 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Redan Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Redan Middle School's student population of 633 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
633 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Year Founded
2003
School Calendar
School Rankings
Redan Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Redan Middle School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1776 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
9%
19%
Black
84%
36%
White
1%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Redan Middle School's ranking?
Redan Middle School is ranked #1776 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Redan Middle School often compared to?
Redan Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Salem Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Redan Middle School?
633 students attend Redan Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Redan Middle School students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Redan Middle School?
Redan Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Redan Middle School offer ?
Redan Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Redan Middle School part of?
Redan Middle School is part of Dekalb County School District.
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