Serving 763 students in grades 6-8, Mossy Creek Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 763 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mossy Creek Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Mossy Creek Middle School's student population of 763 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
763 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mossy Creek Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mossy Creek Middle School is 0.60, 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
#184 out of 2168 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
9%
18%
Black
24%
36%
White
58%
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
21%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mossy Creek Middle School's ranking?
Mossy Creek Middle School is ranked #184 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Mossy Creek Middle School often compared to?
Mossy Creek Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Feagin Mill Middle School, Perry Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Mossy Creek Middle School?
763 students attend Mossy Creek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Mossy Creek Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mossy Creek Middle School?
Mossy Creek Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mossy Creek Middle School offer ?
Mossy Creek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Mossy Creek Middle School part of?
Mossy Creek Middle School is part of Houston County School District.
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