Serving 834 students in grades 6-8, Sammy Mcclure Sr. Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 834 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sammy McClure Sr. Middle School serves the northern part of its district in Dallas, GA, encompassing an area of approximately 61.3 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive to the school of about 10 to 12 minutes, with an average distance of 4.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 9.5 miles to the furthest point within the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sammy Mcclure Sr. Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Sammy Mcclure Sr. Middle School's student population of 834 students has declined by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
834 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Engage. Inspire. Prepare
School Rankings
Sammy Mcclure Sr. Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sammy Mcclure Sr. Middle School is 0.46, 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
#290 out of 2192 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
9%
20%
Black
13%
36%
White
72%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.5%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sammy Mcclure Sr. Middle School's ranking?
Sammy Mcclure Sr. Middle School is ranked #290 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Sammy Mcclure Sr. Middle School often compared to?
Sammy Mcclure Sr. Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Paulding Middle School, Lena Mae Moses Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Sammy Mcclure Sr. Middle School?
834 students attend Sammy Mcclure Sr. Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Sammy Mcclure Sr. Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sammy Mcclure Sr. Middle School?
Sammy Mcclure Sr. Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sammy Mcclure Sr. Middle School offer ?
Sammy Mcclure Sr. Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sammy Mcclure Sr. Middle School part of?
Sammy Mcclure Sr. Middle School is part of Paulding County School District.
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