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#891 of 2,268 schools in GA

Top 39% in state

Druid Hills Middle School

Middle School · DeKalb County

3100 Mount Olive Dr, Decatur, GA 30033

Enrollment

929

Student-Teacher

12.9:1

Score

6.9

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Georgia schools

#891 of 2,268

In Decatur

#17 of 40

public schools

In district

#35 of 131

DeKalb County

School environment

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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Druid Hills Middle School

6.9/10

Middle School in Decatur · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Druid Hills Middle School

Druid Hills Middle School is a public middle school in Decatur, GA, part of DeKalb County. Druid Hills Middle School serves approximately 929 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Druid Hills Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #891 of 2,268 schools in GA.

Structured state assessment records for Druid Hills Middle School show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares2.0 pts above district
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • District avg 4.9
  • GA avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.8Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.01 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.2Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency35.5% (2024 GA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency44.1% (2024 GA)
Math vs. State Avg-6.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+2.3 pts
Overall Proficiency40% (2024 GA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2024 GA)
vs. Expected-5.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile45th
Resources & Environment8.2Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,368
Chronic Absenteeism25.1%

Druid Hills Middle School — Students at Druid Hills Middle School score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

58.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores GA GA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 49.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
42.1% (2024 GA)
ELA Proficiency 58.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
41.8% (2024 GA)

Based on 30 test records from GA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
76%
ELA
86%
2010
Math
80%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
81%
ELA
90%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
93%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
43%
2015
Math
36%
ELA
44%
2016
Math
36%
ELA
44%
2017
Math
40%
ELA
44%
2018
Math
41%
ELA
46%
2019
Math
41%
ELA
46%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
32%
ELA
41%
2024
Math
35.5%
ELA
44.1%

* 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: 6.8/10.

How Druid Hills Middle School Compares

See how Druid Hills Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.9/10
61th percentile in GA
Academic
6.2/10
Average
Growth
6.8/10
Average
Environment
8.2/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
59%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
72 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.1%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

3100 Mount Olive Dr, Decatur, GA 30033

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Druid Hills Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Oak Grove Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Atlanta), which scores notably higher. Another option is GLOBE Academy Charter School I (rated 9.2/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Atlanta), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Robert Shaw Theme School (rated 9.1/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Scottdale), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Decatur, see our Decatur schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Laurel Ridge Elementary School Decatur 0.3 mi 8.3
ARBOR MONTESSORI SCHOOL Decatur 0.8 mi 6.8
Coralwood Education Center Decatur 1.0 mi 6.9
McLendon Elementary School Decatur 1.2 mi 7.5
Briarlake Elementary School Decatur 1.4 mi 8.6
Oak Grove Elementary School Atlanta 1.5 mi 9.2
International Community School Decatur 1.5 mi 6.9
Lakeside High School Atlanta 1.9 mi 5.8
HESS ACADEMY Decatur 2.0 mi 7.3
Sagamore Hills Elementary School Atlanta 2.0 mi 8.6
GLOBE Academy Charter School I Atlanta 2.3 mi 9.2
HEARTWOOD AGILE LEARNING CENTER SCHOOL Clarkston 2.1 mi 5.0
CLIFF VALLEY SCHOOL Atlanta 2.1 mi 8.4
Atlanta Area School for the Deaf Clarkston 2.2 mi 5.4
Robert Shaw Theme School Scottdale 2.5 mi 9.1
ANNUNCIATION DAY SCHOOL Atlanta 2.2 mi 7.6
SHALLOWFORD PRESBYTERIAN SCHOOL Atlanta 2.7 mi 7.0
Henderson Mill Elementary School Atlanta 2.7 mi 5.2
Hawthorne Elementary School Atlanta 2.8 mi 5.9
Indian Creek Elementary School Clarkston 2.5 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 30033 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$107,647

Median Home Value

$430,900

Median Rent

$1,752/mo

Population

31,530

College Educated

71.2%

Homeownership

64.8%

Avg Commute

26.4 min

Poverty Rate

8.3%

Median Age

38.1

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Griffin Middle School Smyrna, GA 6.9
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Needwood Middle School Brunswick, GA 7.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Druid Hills Middle School

What grades does Druid Hills Middle School serve?

Druid Hills Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Druid Hills Middle School?

Druid Hills Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 929 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Druid Hills Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Druid Hills Middle School is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Druid Hills Middle School rank in GA?

Druid Hills Middle School ranks #891 of 2,268 schools in GA.

What is Druid Hills Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Druid Hills Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Druid Hills Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Druid Hills Middle School has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Druid Hills Middle School a charter school?

No, Druid Hills Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Druid Hills Middle School a Title I school?

No, Druid Hills Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Druid Hills Middle School?

58.6% of students at Druid Hills 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
40 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
31 Some Transit
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
929
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
72
Free/Reduced Lunch
58.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
DeKalb County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.1%

District

DeKalb County
District Enrollment
91,398
Schools in District
131
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,368
District Rank
#35 of 131

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