Serving 517 students in grades 8, Dalton Jr. 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 32% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower 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 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 8
- Enrollment: 517 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dalton Jr. High School's student population of 517 students has declined by 57% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8
Total Students
517 students
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Rankings
Dalton Jr. High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dalton Jr. High School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1169 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
72%
20%
Black
5%
36%
White
19%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Dalton School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dalton Jr. High School's ranking?
Dalton Jr. High School is ranked #1169 out of 2,192 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?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Dalton Jr. High School?
517 students attend Dalton Jr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Dalton Jr. High School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dalton Jr. High School?
Dalton Jr. High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dalton Jr. High School offer ?
Dalton Jr. High School offers enrollment in grades 8
What school district is Dalton Jr. High School part of?
Dalton Jr. High School is part of Dalton School District.
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