Dickerson Middle School vs Dodgen Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Georgia, United States, 3.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dickerson Middle School
Marietta · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,225 students
Dodgen Middle School
Marietta · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,178 students
| Measure | Dickerson Middle School Marietta, Georgia | Dodgen Middle School Marietta, Georgia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 87 Top 5% | 89 Top 5% |
| State rank | #9 of 482 | #6 of 482 |
| National rank | #564 of 15,369 | #397 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,225 | 1,178 |
| Enrollment | 1,225 | 1,178 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 8.8% | 10.1% |
| Students per teacher | 17.8 | 16.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | 84% |
| Math proficiency | 89% | 89% |
| city | Marietta | Marietta |
| state | Georgia | Georgia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Dodgen Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (88.6 vs 86.8).
- •Dodgen Middle School does better on reading proficiency (84% vs 82%).
- •Dickerson Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (8.8% vs 10.1%).
- •Dodgen Middle School does better on students per teacher (16.4 vs 17.8).
- •Dickerson Middle School is the larger school with 1,225 students compared with 1,178.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Dickerson Middle School better than Dodgen Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Dodgen Middle School ranks higher (88.6 vs 86.8 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 Dickerson Middle School and Dodgen Middle School?
About 3.5 km in a straight line, between Marietta and Marietta in Georgia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dickerson Middle School: 1,225. Dodgen Middle School: 1,178. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dickerson Middle School and Dodgen Middle School rank in Georgia?
Dickerson Middle School is 9th of 482 and Dodgen Middle School is 6th of 482 among middle schools in Georgia on the 2025 Success Index (US).