This table lists the top middle schools (grades 6-8) in Cherokee County, Georgia, that currently hold 5 or 4 stars on SchoolDigger (based on 2025 Georgia Milestones test data, focusing purely on scholastic performance via state standardized test scores). Cherokee County School District has 7 middle schools total and ranks 28th out of 203 districts in Ge[rgia (4 stars overall), with strong emphasis on advanced math (e.g., high Algebra I proficiency in many schools).
All on this list are public zoned schools (no charters/magnets dominating the top tier here). Proficiency figures emphasize overall math/reading (meeting/exceeding standards); many excel in Algebra I (advanced for middle school, often 90–100%).
Schools are ranked approximately by statewide position (out of ~584 GA middle schools). Data cross-verified from SchoolDigger profiles and district sources.
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| Rank | School (Link to Official Site) | Grades | Rating (1-5 Stars) | Statewide Rank (Out of ~584 GA Schools) | Enrollment | Student-Teacher Ratio | Math Proficiency % | Reading Proficiency % | School Type | Homes for Sale (Zoned) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Creekland Middle School | 6-8 | 4–5 | ~75th | ~1,400–1,484 | ~15:1 | 65–85% (high Algebra I ~95%+) | 55–70% | Public (Zoned) | Homes |
| 2 | Dean Rusk Middle School | 6-8 | 4–5 | ~Top 100 (e.g., 3rd in district) | ~1,400–1,483 | ~15:1 | 60–85% (strong Algebra I) | 55–65% | Public (Zoned) | Homes |
| 3 | E.T. Booth Middle School | 6-8 | 4 | ~Top 150–200 | ~1,000–1,200 | ~14:1 | 55–75% | 50–65% | Public (Zoned) | Homes |
| 4 | Woodstock Middle School | 6-8 | 4 | ~Top 150–200 (e.g., 78.4% better than GA) | ~1,083 | ~15:1 | 50–70% | 50–60% | Public (Zoned) | Homes |
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Notes:
These high-performing schools (especially zoned ones like Creekland and Dean Rusk in growing suburban areas) often boost local property values due to demand from families prioritizing test-score strength in Cherokee County.
Zoned Options: Creekland, Dean Rusk, E.T. Booth, and Woodstock serve popular areas (e.g., Canton/Woodstock); all tie to specific neighborhoods.
No Charters/Magnets in Top Tier: Cherokee focuses on traditional zoned publics; check district for any special programs.
Verify boundaries: Use Cherokee County Schools tools (e.g., interactive maps at cherokeek12.net/maps or attendance zone PDFs; contact Student Assignment for address-specific confirmation).
