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Dean Rusk Middle School

Cherokee County · Cherokee County · 2761 E Cherokee Dr, Canton, GA 30115.0

(770)704-1135

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10/10
#45
Rank 45 out of 462
Top 10%
English Language Arts9/10 · #68 · 85th percentile
Mathematics10/10 · #31 · 94th percentile
Science9/10 · #76 · 82nd percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Dean Rusk Middle School sits in Canton, a fast-growing small city north of Atlanta where suburban convenience meets a genuine small-town feel — think Friday night football, weekend farmers markets, and neighbors who actually know each other. The school's particularly strong math scores make it a great fit for families who want rigorous academics without the pressure-cooker atmosphere of some metro-area schools. If you're relocating to Cherokee County and have a middle schooler, Dean Rusk is the kind of place where kids tend to hit their stride.

Student Demographics

1,500 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
963 (64%)
Hispanic
274 (18%)
African American
106 (7%)
Multiple Races
91 (6%)
Asian
65 (4%)
Other
1 (0%)

Key Indicators

English Learners60 (4%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged469 (31%)
Students with Disabilities205 (14%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

3,076
Enrollment
92.5
Teachers (FTE)
33.3:1
Student-Staff Ratio
4
Administrators (FTE)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs8/10 · #114 · 75th percentile

34 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Middle Schools in Georgia.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found