What types of schools are available in Dalton, Georgia?

Dalton, Georgia offers a variety of public schools including regular public schools and charter schools across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

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Best Schools in Dalton, Georgia

Q: How many schools are in Dalton, Georgia?

There are 28 schools in Dalton, Georgia, serving 16,911 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

Q: What is the best elementary school in Dalton?

To find the highest-rated elementary schools in Dalton, Georgia, use our school listings above sorted by rating. Filter by "Elementary" level to compare test scores, student-teacher ratios, and parent reviews for each school.

Compare 28 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

Total Schools

Public & Charter Schools

16,911

Total Students

Across Dalton

11.7:1

Avg Student-Teacher Ratio

District average

28 schools found

Advanced Insights & Statistics

Dynamic metrics computed specifically for currently filtered schools

Academic Proficiency Averages

Math Assessment Score25%

ELA Assessment Score21%

🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.

Classroom Attention Ratio

Favorable Class Size (<15:1)7 Schools

Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)1 Schools

Larger Class Size (>20:1)0 Schools

💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.

Filtered Quality Highlights

✓0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
✓Largest student enrollment is 1,453 students at Southeast Whitfield County High School.
✓Best student-teacher ratio is 3:1, offering optimal classroom attention.

🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.

City Park Elementary School

publicelementaryPK-5

405 School St, Dalton, GA 30720

Southeast Whitfield County High School

publichighGrade 9-12

1954 Riverbend Rd, Dalton, GA 30721

Eastside Elementary School

publicelementaryPK-5

102 Hill Rd, Dalton, GA 30721

Eastbrook Middle School

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

700 Hill Rd, Dalton, GA 30721

Blue Ridge Elementary School

publicelementaryPK-5

100 S Bogle St, Dalton, GA 30721

2300 Maddox Chapel Rd Ne, Dalton, GA 30721

1250 Cross Plains Trai1, Dalton, GA 30721

Elbert Shaw Regional Youth Detention Center

publichighGrade 5-12

2735 Underwood Rd Ne, Dalton, GA 30721

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Detailed Overview of Schools in Dalton

Dalton, Georgia is home to 28 schools serving over 16,911 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. See methodology →

Schoolary Research Team

Verified with NCES & state education agency data

Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Dalton, Georgia?

There are 28 schools in Dalton, serving 16,911 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the best elementary school in Dalton?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Dalton include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in Dalton?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Dalton is 11.7:1.

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