Carrollton Middle School vs DeSana Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Georgia, United States, 101 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Carrollton Middle School
Carrollton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,280 students
DeSana Middle School
Alpharetta · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,278 students
| Measure | Carrollton Middle School Carrollton, Georgia | DeSana Middle School Alpharetta, Georgia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 78 Top 25% |
| State rank | #211 of 482 | #36 of 482 |
| National rank | #9439 of 15,369 | #1846 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,280 | 1,278 |
| Enrollment | 1,280 | 1,278 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 58.5% | 21.6% |
| Students per teacher | 16.8 | 17.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 40% | 69% |
| Math proficiency | 43% | 69% |
| city | Carrollton | Alpharetta |
| state | Georgia | Georgia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •DeSana Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (77.8 vs 41.7).
- •DeSana Middle School does better on math proficiency (69% vs 43%).
- •DeSana Middle School does better on reading proficiency (69% vs 40%).
- •DeSana Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (21.6% vs 58.5%).
- •Carrollton Middle School does better on students per teacher (16.8 vs 17.5).
- •Carrollton Middle School is the larger school with 1,280 students compared with 1,278.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Carrollton Middle School better than DeSana Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), DeSana Middle School ranks higher (77.8 vs 41.7 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Carrollton Middle School and DeSana Middle School?
About 101 km in a straight line, between Carrollton and Alpharetta in Georgia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Carrollton Middle School: 1,280. DeSana Middle School: 1,278. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Carrollton Middle School and DeSana Middle School rank in Georgia?
Carrollton Middle School is 211th of 482 and DeSana Middle School is 36th of 482 among middle schools in Georgia on the 2025 Success Index (US).