Serving 1,138 students in grades 6-8, Otwell Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 47% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,138 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Otwell Middle School's student population of 1,138 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 86 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,138 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
86 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Otwell Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Otwell Middle School is 0.63, 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
#644 out of 2204 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
5%
Hispanic
40%
18%
Black
5%
36%
White
45%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
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 Otwell Middle School's ranking?
Otwell Middle School is ranked #644 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Otwell Middle School often compared to?
Otwell Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Liberty Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Otwell Middle School?
1,138 students attend Otwell Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Otwell Middle School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Otwell Middle School?
Otwell Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Otwell Middle School offer ?
Otwell Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Otwell Middle School part of?
Otwell Middle School is part of Forsyth County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of School
August 01, 2024 (Thursday)
Last Day of School
May 22, 2025 (Thursday)
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