Serving 1,022 students in grades 6-8, Hightower Trail Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,022 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hightower Trail 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
Hightower Trail Middle School's student population of 1,022 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,022 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hightower Trail Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hightower Trail Middle School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#114 out of 2168 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
5%
Hispanic
9%
18%
Black
6%
36%
White
69%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hightower Trail Middle School's ranking?
Hightower Trail Middle School is ranked #114 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Hightower Trail Middle School often compared to?
Hightower Trail Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dodgen Middle School, Dickerson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Hightower Trail Middle School?
1,022 students attend Hightower Trail Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Hightower Trail Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hightower Trail Middle School?
Hightower Trail Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hightower Trail Middle School offer ?
Hightower Trail Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Hightower Trail Middle School part of?
Hightower Trail Middle School is part of Cobb County School District.
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