Serving 881 students in grades 6-8, Babb Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 21% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 881 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Babb Middle School serves the northern part of Forest Park, GA, covering an area of approximately 6 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school in 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 1.5 miles to the nearest edge and a maximum distance of 2.2 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Babb Middle School's student population of 881 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
881 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Babb Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Babb Middle School is 0.58, 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
#1694 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Hispanic
57%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Black
31%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
White
2%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.1%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
8%
7%
Showing 2004–2013. View full 15-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 Babb Middle School's ranking?
Babb Middle School is ranked #1694 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Babb Middle School often compared to?
Babb Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Forest Park Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Babb Middle School?
881 students attend Babb Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Babb Middle School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Babb Middle School?
Babb Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Babb Middle School offer ?
Babb Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Babb Middle School part of?
Babb Middle School is part of Clayton County School District.
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