Serving 1,382 students in grades 9-12, Dalton High 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,382 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dalton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Dalton High School's student population of 1,382 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 89 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,382 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
89 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dalton High 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 Dalton High School is 0.46, 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
#1208 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
71%
18%
Black
5%
36%
White
19%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dalton High School's ranking?
Dalton High School is ranked #1208 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Dalton High School often compared to?
Dalton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southeast Whitfield County High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dalton High School?
The graduation rate of Dalton High School is 91%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Dalton High School?
1,382 students attend Dalton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Dalton High School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dalton High School?
Dalton High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dalton High School offer ?
Dalton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Dalton High School part of?
Dalton High School is part of Dalton School District.
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