Middle Schools in Lumpkin County

Lumpkin County Middle School is the only middle school in Lumpkin County, serving grades 6-8 in Dahlonega, GA, with 864 students and a 14:1 student-teacher ratio.

The school’s standout achievement is in Algebra I, where 95.8% of students scored proficient or better in 2025-2026—nearly double the state average of 48.1% and far above the district’s 41.1%. The prior year, the school hit a perfect 100% proficiency rate in this subject. This exceptional performance suggests a strong advanced math program, though it likely reflects a select group of students, as grade-level math scores are more modest. In 2025-2026, 6th grade math proficiency reached 42.0% (slightly above the state’s 40.7%), but 7th and 8th grade math lagged at 36.2% and 39.1%, respectively, both below state averages. The school also shines in 8th grade Science (43.0% vs. 29.7% statewide) and Social Studies (48.7% vs. 40.2% statewide), showing consistent strength in these subjects. Its state ranking has improved steadily, from the 55th percentile in 2023-2024 to the 65th percentile in 2025-2026.

One concern is chronic absenteeism, which sits at 22.2%—well above the district’s 17.1% and the state’s 17.7%. With 55.56% of students qualifying for free/reduced lunch, addressing attendance barriers could be key to further gains. The school also showed positive momentum in 6th grade math, jumping 8.3 points year-over-year, and in Science, up 4.5 points. Per-student spending is $12,795, and the school’s scores mirror district averages for grade-level tests since it is the only middle school in the district. Overall, Lumpkin County Middle School offers exceptional advanced math and strong science/social studies instruction, but grade-level math and attendance remain areas to watch.