Serving 1,251 students in grades 6-8, Desana Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,251 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Desana Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Desana Middle School's student population of 1,251 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,251 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
School Rankings
Desana Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Desana Middle School is 0.68, 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
#233 out of 2204 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)53%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
49%
5%
Hispanic
18%
19%
Black
8%
36%
White
22%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Desana Middle School's ranking?
Desana Middle School is ranked #233 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Desana Middle School often compared to?
Desana Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Piney Grove Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Desana Middle School?
1,251 students attend Desana Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Desana Middle School students are Asian, 22% of students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Desana Middle School?
Desana Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Desana Middle School offer ?
Desana Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Desana Middle School part of?
Desana Middle School is part of Forsyth County School District.
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