Serving 951 students in grades 6-8, Garrett Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 951 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Garrett Middle School's student population of 951 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
951 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Garrett Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Garrett Middle School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1675 out of 2168 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
38%
18%
Black
53%
36%
White
5%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Garrett Middle School's ranking?
Garrett Middle School is ranked #1675 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Garrett Middle School often compared to?
Garrett Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cooper Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Garrett Middle School?
951 students attend Garrett Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Garrett Middle School students are Black, 38% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Garrett Middle School?
Garrett Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Garrett Middle School offer ?
Garrett Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Garrett Middle School part of?
Garrett Middle School is part of Cobb County School District.
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