Serving 1,391 students in grades 6-8, Henderson Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,391 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
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Henderson Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
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Henderson Middle School's student population of 1,391 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 90 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,391 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
90 teachers
Year Founded
1995
School Calendar
Henderson Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Henderson Middle School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1225 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
51%
19%
Black
21%
36%
White
20%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Henderson Middle School's ranking?
Henderson Middle School is ranked #1225 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Henderson Middle School often compared to?
Henderson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chamblee Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Henderson Middle School?
1,391 students attend Henderson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Henderson Middle School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 20% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Henderson Middle School?
Henderson Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Henderson Middle School offer ?
Henderson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Henderson Middle School part of?
Henderson Middle School is part of Dekalb County School District.
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