Middle Schools in DeKalb County

The 22 middle schools located in DeKalb County, Georgia serve students in grades 6-8 and vary significantly in their academic performance and resources. While some standout schools like Chamblee Middle School and Wadsworth Magnet School for High Achievers consistently rank among the top in the state, other schools struggle with low proficiency rates and limited funding.

The data reveals a wide range of proficiency rates on state assessments, with some schools like Sequoyah Middle School seeing less than 20% of students scoring proficient or better in 8th grade English Language Arts, while Chamblee Middle School has proficiency rates over 70%. Similarly, per-student spending varies greatly, from $4,226 at DeKalb PATH Academy Charter School to $24,223 at Wadsworth Magnet School for High Achievers.

The data suggests a potential correlation between higher per-student spending and better academic performance, with the top-performing schools also receiving significantly more funding. However, the challenges faced by high-poverty schools, such as Lithonia Middle School and Cedar Grove Middle School, highlight the need for targeted interventions and equitable distribution of educational resources to ensure all students in DeKalb County have the opportunity to succeed.