Serving 514 students in grades 5-8, Commerce Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (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 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 514 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Commerce Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Commerce Middle School's student population of 514 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
514 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Commerce Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Commerce Middle School is 0.50, 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
#429 out of 2168 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
17%
18%
Black
9%
36%
White
68%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Commerce Middle School's ranking?
Commerce Middle School is ranked #429 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Commerce Middle School?
514 students attend Commerce Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Commerce Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Commerce Middle School?
Commerce Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Commerce Middle School offer ?
Commerce Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Commerce Middle School part of?
Commerce Middle School is part of Commerce City School District.
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