Serving 578 students in grades 6-7, Dawson County Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (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 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-7
- Enrollment: 578 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dawson County Middle School's student population of 578 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-7
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
578 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Dawson County Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dawson County Middle School is 0.39, 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
#595 out of 2192 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
15%
19%
Black
2%
36%
White
77%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dawson County Middle School's ranking?
Dawson County Middle School is ranked #595 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Dawson County Middle School often compared to?
Dawson County Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Forsyth Middle School, Little Mill Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Dawson County Middle School?
578 students attend Dawson County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Dawson County Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dawson County Middle School?
Dawson County Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dawson County Middle School offer ?
Dawson County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-7 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dawson County Middle School part of?
Dawson County Middle School is part of Dawson County School District.
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