Bainbridge Middle School serves 934 students in grades 6-8.
Bainbridge Middle School placed in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 36%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%) for the 2020-21 school year.
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 (2023-24)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 934 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bainbridge Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Bainbridge Middle School's student population of 934 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has grown by 44% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
934 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bainbridge Middle School is ranked within the bottom 50% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Bainbridge Middle School is 0.62, 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
#1113 out of 2168 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
12%
18%
Black
51%
36%
White
33%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
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 Bainbridge Middle School's ranking?
Bainbridge Middle School is ranked #1113 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
How many students attend Bainbridge Middle School?
934 students attend Bainbridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Bainbridge Middle School students are Black, 33% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bainbridge Middle School?
Bainbridge Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bainbridge Middle School offer ?
Bainbridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Bainbridge Middle School part of?
Bainbridge Middle School is part of Decatur County School District.
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