Summary:
Zip code 30533, encompassing the Dahlonega area in Lumpkin County, Georgia, is served by a single middle school, Lumpkin County Middle School, which educates students in grades 6 through 8 with an enrollment of 864 students.
As the only middle school in the Lumpkin County district, this school's performance defines the district's middle school results. The school shows a clear upward trajectory in its statewide ranking, climbing from 262nd in 2023-2024 to 200th in 2025-2026 out of roughly 580 schools. Its most dramatic strength is in Algebra I, where proficiency rates hit an extraordinary 95.8% in 2025-2026 and a perfect 100% in 2024-2025—more than double the state average. The school also excels in 8th grade science (43% vs. 29.7% state) and social studies (48.7% vs. 40.2% state). However, math proficiency in 7th and 8th grades lags behind state averages, with 7th grade at 36.2% versus 42.0% statewide and 8th grade at 39.1% versus 46.3% statewide. Encouragingly, 6th grade math improved significantly year-over-year, jumping from 33.7% to 42.0%, now slightly above the state average.
With 55.56% of students qualifying for free/reduced lunch, the school serves a majority low-income population yet still achieves above-state results in several subjects. The school maintains a favorable 14:1 student-teacher ratio and spends $12,795 per student. A notable concern is chronic absenteeism, which sits at 22.2%—higher than both the district (17.1%) and state (17.7%) rates. This affects roughly one in five students and may be an area for improvement. Overall, Lumpkin County Middle School presents a mixed but positive profile: exceptional in Algebra I, science, and social studies, while facing challenges in upper-grade math and attendance. Its rising ranking and strong performance in key subjects make it a solid choice for families in the area.
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