Serving 1,092 students in grades 6-8, Dutchtown 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 28% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,092 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dutchtown Middle School's student population of 1,092 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,092 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dutchtown Middle 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 Dutchtown Middle School is 0.44, 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
#1114 out of 2204 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
12%
18%
Black
74%
36%
White
4%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dutchtown Middle School's ranking?
Dutchtown Middle School is ranked #1114 out of 2,204 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?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Dutchtown Middle School?
1,092 students attend Dutchtown Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Dutchtown Middle School students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dutchtown Middle School?
Dutchtown Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dutchtown Middle School offer ?
Dutchtown Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Dutchtown Middle School part of?
Dutchtown Middle School is part of Henry County School District.
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