Serving 578 students in grades 6-8, Ashworth Middle School ranks in the top 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 34% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 578 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ashworth Middle School serves the west part of Calhoun, GA, covering an area of approximately 155.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 13 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ashworth Middle School's student population of 578 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
578 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Education for the Future
School Rankings
Ashworth Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ashworth Middle School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1011 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
29%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
65%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27%
26.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ashworth Middle School's ranking?
Ashworth Middle School is ranked #1011 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Ashworth Middle School often compared to?
Ashworth Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Calhoun Middle School, Red Bud Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Ashworth Middle School?
578 students attend Ashworth Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Ashworth Middle School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ashworth Middle School?
Ashworth Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ashworth Middle School offer ?
Ashworth Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ashworth Middle School part of?
Ashworth Middle School is part of Gordon County School District.
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