Needs Improvement
#2123 of 2,268 schools in GA
Cedar Grove Middle School
Middle School · DeKalb County
2300 Wildcat Rd, Decatur, GA 30034
Enrollment
712
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
3.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
712
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
3.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Georgia schools
#2,123 of 2,268
In Decatur
#38 of 40
public schools
In district
#118 of 131
DeKalb County
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Cedar Grove Middle School
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About Cedar Grove Middle School
Cedar Grove Middle School is a public middle school in Decatur, GA, part of DeKalb County. Cedar Grove Middle School serves approximately 712 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Cedar Grove Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,123 of 2,268 schools in GA.
Structured state assessment records for Cedar Grove Middle School show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.9
- GA avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
42% of students at Cedar Grove Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Cedar Grove Middle School — Students at Cedar Grove Middle School score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores GA GA (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from GA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.6/10.
How Cedar Grove Middle School Compares
See how Cedar Grove Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2300 Wildcat Rd, Decatur, GA 30034
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cedar Grove Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. CHRISTINE ELIZABETH ACADEMY (rated 4.8/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Atlanta), which scores notably higher. Another option is McNair Middle School (rated 4.2/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Columbia Middle School (rated 3.9/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Decatur, see our Decatur schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 30034 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,551
Median Home Value
$228,200
Median Rent
$1,427/mo
Population
41,823
College Educated
29.2%
Homeownership
69.8%
Avg Commute
35 min
Poverty Rate
14.7%
Median Age
42.8
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| Austin Road Middle School Stockbridge, GA | 3.5 |
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| Spirit Creek Middle School Hephzibah, GA | 3.5 |
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| DeRenne Middle School Savannah, GA | 3.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cedar Grove Middle School
What grades does Cedar Grove Middle School serve?
Cedar Grove Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Cedar Grove Middle School?
Cedar Grove Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 712 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cedar Grove Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Cedar Grove Middle School is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cedar Grove Middle School rank in GA?
Cedar Grove Middle School ranks #2,123 of 2,268 schools in GA.
What is Cedar Grove Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Cedar Grove Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Cedar Grove Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cedar Grove Middle School has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Cedar Grove Middle School a charter school?
No, Cedar Grove Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cedar Grove Middle School a Title I school?
No, Cedar Grove Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cedar Grove Middle School?
100.0% of students at Cedar Grove Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 712
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- DeKalb County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.4%
- Phone
- (678) 874-4202
Resources & Links
District
DeKalb County- District Enrollment
- 91,398
- Schools in District
- 131
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,368
- District Rank
- #118 of 131
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