Serving 528 students in grades 6-8,
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 90% (which was higher than the Georgia state average of 81%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 97% (which was higher than the Georgia state average of 93%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 was higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment was 28% of the student body (majority Black), which was lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
528 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)90%
81%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)97%
93%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
2%
18%
Black
24%
36%
White
72%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2012-2013 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 81% GA state average), while 97% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 93% GA state average).
How many students attend Banks Stephens Middle School?
528 students attend Banks Stephens Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Banks Stephens Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Banks Stephens Middle School?
Banks Stephens Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Banks Stephens Middle School offer ?
Banks Stephens Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Banks Stephens Middle School part of?
Banks Stephens Middle School is part of Monroe County School District.
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