DALTON MIDDLE SCHOOL

Dalton Middle School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Dalton Public Schools school district, located in Dalton, GA with about 1,803 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 130 teachers, Dalton Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Dalton Middle School, located at 1250 Cross Plains Trail in Dalton, Georgia, serves as a key component of the Dalton Public Schools district. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and rigorous academic environment tailored to the unique developmental needs of middle school students. By emphasizing both intellectual growth and character development, the institution aims to prepare its diverse student body for the challenges of high school and beyond.

Beyond core academics, Dalton Middle School places a strong focus on student engagement through a variety of extracurricular activities, athletic programs, and elective courses. The school encourages a collaborative partnership between educators, families, and the local community to ensure that students have the resources and encouragement necessary to succeed. With a focus on modern teaching practices and a commitment to inclusivity, the school strives to cultivate a positive learning climate where every student is empowered to achieve their full potential.

For more information, contact Dalton Middle School at (706) 428-7800 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1250 Cross Plains Trl
Dalton, GA 30721
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DALTON MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Dalton, GA with about 1,803 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Georgia

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
1,803
Teachers:
130.3
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 1,803 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending DALTON MIDDLE SCHOOL is predominantly Hispanic/Latino, representing about 72% of the student body.

Hispanic/Latino
71.8%
White
18.4%
Black or African American
4.8%
Two or more races
2.8%
Asian
1.9%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.3%

Female
48.5%
Male
51.5%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.