Summary:
ZIP code 30058 in Lithonia, Georgia, is served by two middle schools—Lithonia Middle School and Redan Middle School—both part of the DeKalb County school district, which holds a 2-star rating and ranks in the 32nd percentile statewide. Both schools serve grades 6-8 and have 100% of students qualifying for free or reduced lunch, indicating high economic need across the area.
Redan Middle School is the stronger performer of the two, outpacing Lithonia Middle School in nearly every subject and grade level. For example, in 8th-grade math, Redan’s proficiency rate is 22.9% compared to Lithonia’s 14.1%, and in 8th-grade social studies, Redan reaches 11.4% versus just 4.0% at Lithonia. Redan also benefits from more resources, spending $21,337 per student with a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio, while Lithonia spends $17,381 per student with a 14.7:1 ratio. Despite these advantages, both schools trail state averages dramatically—Lithonia’s 6th-grade math proficiency of 6.2% is less than one-sixth of the state’s 40.7%, and even Redan’s best subject falls below half the state benchmark. Redan has maintained a 1-star rating, while Lithonia has dropped to 0 stars.
Chronic absenteeism is a critical issue at both schools, with rates of 36.1% at Lithonia and 33.2% at Redan—more than double the state average of 17.7%. This likely contributes to the low test scores, though both schools show some grade-level improvement in math from 6th to 8th grade. Year-over-year trends are mixed, with Redan improving in 8th-grade math and social studies, while Lithonia saw declines in most areas. For parents, Redan Middle School appears to offer better outcomes and more individualized attention, but both schools face significant challenges that suggest targeted interventions around attendance and instructional support could be key to improvement.
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