Awtrey Middle School

3601 Nowlin Rd Nw
Kennesaw, GA 30144
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
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Top 50%
Serving 652 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 36% (which is equal to the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (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 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 63% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 652 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 67%
  • : Top 50% in GA
  • : 36% (Top 50%)
  • : 44% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Awtrey Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:

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School Overview

Awtrey Middle School's student population of 652 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
652 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
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School Rankings

Awtrey Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,168 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 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (GA)
#659 out of 2168 schools
(Top 50%)
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36%
36%
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44%
39%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
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American Indian
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n/a
Asian
5%
5%
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Hispanic
21%
18%
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Black
35%
36%
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White
33%
37%
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Hawaiian
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Two or more races
6%
4%
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0.73
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
53%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
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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 Awtrey Middle School's ranking?
Awtrey Middle School is ranked #659 out of 2,168 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?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Awtrey Middle School?
652 students attend Awtrey Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Awtrey Middle School students are Black, 33% of students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Awtrey Middle School?
Awtrey Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Awtrey Middle School offer ?
Awtrey Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Awtrey Middle School part of?
Awtrey Middle School is part of Cobb County School District.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 652 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 67%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 36% (Top 50%)
  • : 44% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

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