Serving 643 students in grades 6-8, Hilsman 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 643 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hilsman Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
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Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Hilsman Middle School's student population of 643 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
643 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hilsman 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 Hilsman Middle School is 0.59, 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
#1625 out of 2168 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
14%
18%
Black
59%
36%
White
20%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hilsman Middle School's ranking?
Hilsman Middle School is ranked #1625 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Hilsman Middle School often compared to?
Hilsman Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clarke Middle School, Burney-harris-lyons Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Hilsman Middle School?
643 students attend Hilsman Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Hilsman Middle School students are Black, 20% of students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hilsman Middle School?
Hilsman Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hilsman Middle School offer ?
Hilsman Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Hilsman Middle School part of?
Hilsman Middle School is part of Clarke County School District.
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