Serving 377 students in grades 6-8, Valley Point 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 46% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 377 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Valley Point Middle School serves the southern part of Dalton, GA, covering an area of approximately 47.1 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive, with the furthest distance to the school being about 5.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Valley Point Middle School's student population of 377 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
377 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Valley Point 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 Valley Point Middle School is 0.54, 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
#859 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
50%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
36%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
46%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
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
98%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley Point Middle School's ranking?
Valley Point Middle School is ranked #859 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Valley Point Middle School often compared to?
Valley Point Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westside Middle School, Eastbrook Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Valley Point Middle School?
377 students attend Valley Point Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Valley Point Middle School students are Hispanic, 46% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valley Point Middle School?
Valley Point Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Valley Point Middle School offer ?
Valley Point Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Valley Point Middle School part of?
Valley Point Middle School is part of Whitfield County School District.
School Calendar
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