Serving 1,813 students in grades 6-8, Dacula Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is equal to the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (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 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,813 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dacula Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Dacula Middle School's student population of 1,813 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 110 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,813 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
110 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dacula Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dacula Middle School is 0.68, 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
#716 out of 2204 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
26%
19%
Black
48%
36%
White
16%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dacula Middle School's ranking?
Dacula Middle School is ranked #716 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Dacula Middle School?
1,813 students attend Dacula Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Dacula Middle School students are Black, 26% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dacula Middle School?
Dacula Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dacula Middle School offer ?
Dacula Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Dacula Middle School part of?
Dacula Middle School is part of Gwinnett County School District.
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