Best 30720 Georgia Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 831 students in 30720, GA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 30720, GA are New Hope Middle School and Valley Point Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 30720 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Georgia public middle school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 39% statewide average). Middle schools in 30720, GA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Georgia public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public middle school average of 66% (majority Black).

Best 30720, GA Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
New Hope Middle School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1111 New Hope Rd Nw
Dalton, GA 30720
(706) 673-2295
Gr: 6-8 | 454 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #22.
Valley Point Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
3796 S Dixie Rd
Dalton, GA 30720
(706) 277-9662
Gr: 6-8 | 377 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 54%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 30720, GA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 30720, GA include New Hope Middle School and Valley Point Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 30720?
2 public middle schools are located in 30720.
What is the racial composition of students in 30720?
30720 public middle schools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public middle schools average of 66% (majority Black).

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