Serving 1,713 students in grades 6-8, Sequoyah 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 11% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (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 Hispanic), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,713 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sequoyah Middle School serves the northwest part of Atlanta, GA, covering an area of approximately 10.3 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 6.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sequoyah Middle School's student population of 1,713 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 112 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,713 students
Total Classroom Teachers
112 teachers
Year Founded
1964
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sequoyah 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 Sequoyah Middle School is 0.13, 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
#1984 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
93%
20%
Black
3%
36%
White
1%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.4%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Brave
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sequoyah Middle School's ranking?
Sequoyah Middle School is ranked #1984 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Sequoyah Middle School?
1,713 students attend Sequoyah Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Sequoyah Middle School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sequoyah Middle School?
Sequoyah Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sequoyah Middle School offer ?
Sequoyah Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sequoyah Middle School part of?
Sequoyah Middle School is part of Dekalb County School District.
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