Serving 593 students in grades 6-8, Awtrey Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is equal to 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 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 593 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Awtrey Middle School serves the northwest part of Kennesaw, GA, covering an area of approximately 8.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest distance to the edge of the zone being about 3.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Awtrey Middle School's student population of 593 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
593 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Awtrey 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 Awtrey Middle School is 0.73, which is more 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
#952 out of 2192 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Hispanic
22%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Black
37%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
White
28%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Two or more races
9%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.9%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Awtrey Middle School's ranking?
Awtrey Middle School is ranked #952 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Awtrey Middle School often compared to?
Awtrey Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Palmer Middle School, Durham Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Awtrey Middle School?
593 students attend Awtrey Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Awtrey Middle School students are Black, 28% of students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Awtrey Middle School?
Awtrey Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Awtrey Middle School offer ?
Awtrey Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Awtrey Middle School part of?
Awtrey Middle School is part of Cobb County School District.
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